Popcorn Czar Nacho Cheddar

Sharp, tangy cheddar with tomato sweetness, warm cumin and a gentle chile heat.

Cheese powder needs a little fat to stick. Toss warm popcorn with a light coat of butter or oil first, then season in two stages so the color stays even.

Fresh popcorn, tortilla chips, fries, tater tots, baked potatoes, mac and cheese and roasted cauliflower.

For popcorn, start with 1 teaspoon per 4 cups popped corn.

1. Start with 4 cups of plain, warm popped corn.
2. Toss with just enough unsalted butter or neutral oil for a light surface coating.
3. Add the starting amount of seasoning in two stages, tossing between additions.
4. Taste several pieces before increasing the dose. Add plain popcorn if the coating is too strong.

Makes about 12 cups, serves 4. Heat 2 tablespoons neutral oil and 3 popcorn kernels in a large lidded pot over medium-high heat. When they pop, add 1/2 cup kernels, cover and shake often, keeping the lid slightly ajar to vent steam. Take the pot off the heat when the pops slow to 2-3 seconds apart, about 3-4 minutes.

Tip the popcorn into a large bowl, leaving unpopped kernels behind. Cheese powder needs a little fat to stick, so drizzle 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter over the warm popcorn while tossing. Sprinkle on 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning and toss until evenly orange, then add another 1 1/2 teaspoons (1 tablespoon in all) and toss again. Taste before adding more; the cheese dust is already salted. Serve warm.

Ingredient overview: Cheddar cheese powder, maltodextrin, fine popcorn salt, buttermilk powder, tomato powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, jalapeño powder, ground cumin, chile powder, citric acid.

Contains milk.

Check the physical package for the complete current ingredient and allergen statement, including subingredients of compound powders. If you need to avoid an ingredient, contact Spice Czar before ordering.

• 2 oz Round Shaker Bottle

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Keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, sunlight and steam. Use a clean, dry spoon and close the container promptly after measuring. Check the aroma before cooking and follow the best-before information on the package.

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