Popcorn!

Little Lamb Design Popcorn and Movie invitation has been popular for all ages, as well as corporate events.

With all the talk of the Oscars last week I have had popcorn and movies on my mind. I haven't psyched myself up yet to see The Artist, even though everyone that sees it gives it a fantastic review. When I want to really relax and go to the movies I seem to be more drawn to a good action movie I can get lost in, like Safe House with Denzel Washington.  I give it a two thumbs up! I guess my movie taste is more like enjoying Bruce Springsteen over Opera!

Which brings me to the popcorn! I have been trying to eat healthier lately, and so was checking out some options with popcorn.  Below is a recipe I found for "Popcorn Trail Mix" on the GoodLifeeates website. So I decided to give it a whirl.  I whipped it up last night and snapped this photo before we all (4 of us) sampled it!

1 envelope Orville Redenbacher Natural Simply Salted 50% Less Fat, popped
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1/4 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
2/3 cup raw, unsalted almonds
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup diced dried apricots

Pop the corn, toss with the cinnamon, then combine with the other ingredients.

My conclusion is this is definitely a healthy snack that satisfies you when you want something crunchy that wont weigh you down!  It was however a little lacking in flavor. The nuts and dried fruit were delicious but the popcorn just doesn't pack a punch without a little butter and salt! 

I think I will have to on occasion stick with just a little movie popcorn. We have the bucket that you buy once a year and refill for just a few dollars! We never have them fill it all the way up, but just get a little in there as it is even cheaper than a small, AND has the added benefit of really EMBARRASSING our children when we tote the bucket to the theater! 

I hope you get to enjoy the movie of your choice soon! Stella