Stove-popped popcorn can help you avoid some of the extra ingredients in bagged microwave popcorn. It may take a bit longer than the microwave but it's well worth the wait. If you don't have the time ...
I know I could probably hit the store and buy some stovetop popping corn, but I can't leave atm and I want to make some slightly sugared popcorn (i.e a small amount of sugar in the oil -- not carmel ...