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TIL: How to Make Stovetop Popcorn With Water Instead of Oil. I adore popcorn, but then I realized that all of the oil gone into the pot for cooking was adding uneeded cals. Then found out that you can use water to pop your popcorn, and it tastes just as good!! Bon appetit! ????

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