Instructions

• Thin-slice the garlic cloves.
• Add the sliced garlic and olive oil to a small skillet while the oil is still cool.
• Warm over medium-low heat, stirring often, until the garlic turns light golden and crisp. Do not overcook the garlic unless bitter disappointment is your goal.
• Remove the garlic chips with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel. Save the garlic-infused oil.
• Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of the garlic-infused oil to a large pot with a few popcorn kernels. Save this delicious oil for other extreme uses.
• Cover and heat over medium-high heat until the test kernels pop.
• Add the remaining popcorn kernels, cover the pot, and shake gently while the popcorn pops.
• When popping slows, remove from heat.
• Pour the popcorn into a large bowl.
• Toss with the crispy garlic chips, salt, black pepper, and parmesan if using.
• Serve immediately while the garlic is crisp and the popcorn is hot.