Heat up your pot on the stove for a minute or two on medium high heat.

Add 2 tbsp olive oil.

Take 2 popcorn kernels and add them to the pot for a kernel test. Once those two pop, you know the pot is hot enough to best pop your popcorn!

Add 1/2 cup popcorn kernels. Then immediately (using oven mitts) pick up the pot and hold it just above the fire/heat for 20-30seconds (I just could to 30 in my head). I also swish the pot back and forth during this time. When you put the pot back down, the temp should be ideal to start popping right away.

Let the popcorn pop! When the pot is about 1/2 full, tilt the lid just slightly - enough to let out steam, but not enough to let out popcorn!

When the popping slows down significantly, turn off the heat and remove the lid (carefully, as there may be some stray pops.

Season with your desired amount of salt, and/or any other toppings you fancy and enjoy!