New Product GreenPan The Big Popper Popcorn Popper

The scoop

If your family still relies on microwave popcorn bags, this find might change your movie nights for good. The GreenPan The Big Popper Popcorn Popper just landed on shelves, and it looks like a fun, retro-style way to make fresh popcorn right on your stovetop.

This is a 5.39 quart stainless steel pot with a built-in hand-crank stirring mechanism, so you turn the knob while the kernels pop to keep everything moving and prevent burning. It comes with an easy-view glass lid so you can watch the popcorn transform, and the box notes it works on all stovetops, including induction.

What stands out here is the versatility and the recipe booklet included in the box. Costco’s packaging mentions 16 popcorn recipes ranging from parmesan and black pepper to caramel and sea salt, which should make this more than a one-trick appliance. Being dishwasher safe is also a nice touch for easy cleanup after movie night.

The bottom line: if you’re tired of bagged microwave popcorn and want a fun, hands-on way to make a fresh batch, the GreenPan The Big Popper Popcorn Popper looks like a solid pickup for family movie nights.