Pepped Up Popcorn

Directions

1. 1
   Pop the popcorn according to package instructions.
2. 2
   While hot, carefully open package and dump into a large bowl.
3. 3
   Drizzle oil over the popcorn, and toss the popcorn with your hands to coat.
4. 4
   Add the cheese and toss again.
5. 5
   Season, to taste, with salt.
6. 6
   Cool.
7. 7
   Transfer to a sealed container and tuck in a lunch box.
8. 8
   Put the sugar, butter, and chili powder in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave on medium (50 percent power) until butter melts, about 1 minute.
9. 9
   Stir to dissolve sugar.
10. 10
    Drizzle over freshly popped popcorn; and toss to evenly coat.
11. 11
    Cool.
12. 12
    Transfer to a sealed container and tuck in a lunch box.
13. 13
    Pop the popcorn according to package instructions.
14. 14
    While it's still hot, carefully open and dump into a large bowl.
15. 15
    Add the chips and marshmallows.
16. 16
    Return popcorn to the microwave.
17. 17
    Cook on high until the chips and marshmallows get gooey, about 1 minute.
18. 18
    Add the peanuts, if desired, and toss with a spoon until all the popcorn is coated.
19. 19
    Cool until chocolate hardens, about 20 minutes.
20. 20
    Transfer to a sealed container and tuck in a lunch box.