Cook's Note: Reel NW's Popcorn Pairing for "Back to the Garden" invites you to expand your awareness of a new flavor utopia.

makes 2 quarts

Ingredients

• 2 quarts popped popcorn
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter

Preparation

Place the popcorn in a large bowl. Set aside. In a small bowl, mix together the nutritional yeast, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper and salt with a small whisk. Set aside. Place the butter in a small glass bowl and microwave for 40 seconds, or until melted. Drizzle the melted butter over the popcorn and mix well. Sprinkle the nutritional yeast mixture over the popcorn and toss well to coat.