Oh popcorn, the healthy midnight snack we never have to force ourselves to eat. This whole grain is low in calories but high in fiber and protein, while being crunchy, warm and downright delicious. But if you only snack on pre-popped or microwave popcorn (or worse, only eat popcorn at the movies because you don’t own a microwave), you’re doing it all wrong. Hear us out: Pre-popped corn tastes stale in about two seconds and the microwavable stuff is not only expensive, but is often loaded with artificial or weird ingredients. If you start with kernels, your popcorn will be crisp and fluffy every time minus the bad-for-you flavorings, and you’ll save a few bucks to boot. Here’s how to make popcorn on the stove in five easy steps.