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 enlarge | Brand: Back to Basics
Category: Kitchen
Buy New: $39.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  29 reviews
Sales Rank: 10195
Color: Stainless
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.8
Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 16 x 8.3
MPN: PC17553
Model: PC17553
UPC: 018579175531
EAN: 0018579175531
ASIN: B000W4AEB4
Release Date: November 9, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: Brand New!!! Still in original package!!!
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| Customer Reviews:
 why won't the top fit? March 11, 2008
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
Everyone was RIGHT!!!The top won't stay on!!!!! I wanted stainless to avoid exposure to aluminum. The top seems too big and the part that should fit in the lip near the hand crank doesn't fit; snap into place. Albeit, the popcorn was good; every kernal popped, but it was WAY more effort than when I had my Whirley pop. I'll keep using it because I gave away my old one, and this one is(n't) cheap (pun). I mean inexpensive.
good luck all.Back to Basics Stainless Steel Stove-Top Popper
 Great investment March 4, 2008
12 out of 13 found this review helpful
I have been a popcorn enthusiast since I was a child. My parents used a stovetop hand-cranked popper. It was over 40 years old when I wore it out 2 years ago. I searched for the perfect replacement and this is definitely it. I love how it makes a large batch without wasting any kernels and with no burning whatsoever. I use canola oil. Lately, my husband and I are addicted to Chipotle Popcorn Seasoning. It imparts a smoky flavor and I add it to the oil at the beginning. I also add popcorn salt liberally once popping is finished. Just wash it in the dishwasher - no problems. After 2 years of steady use, it has proven to be a great buy.
Great popper March 1, 2008
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
This popper is a fantastic alternative to the Whirley Pop (which is 100% aluminum) and the ubiquitous VOC-emitting microwave bags. I received a Whirley Pop over the holidays and immediately returned it to get this Back to Basics model, as it is stainless steel and has metal gears instead of cheap plastic ones.
This device is easy to use, and it pops nearly all the kernels (only 5-10 unpopped per batch). The popcorn's crispness and flavor are unbeatable. I put 1-2 Tbsp oil in the popper and then add the popcorn and start stirring. It always turns out perfectly. Lately I've been adding 1-2 Tbsp sugar to make kettle corn, and it's just like the real thing you buy at the fair!
What the other reviewers say about the somewhat ill-fitting lid and the difficulty in reattaching it is correct, for which I'm taking one star off my rating. One side of my lid stays open about 5 mm -- not enough for anything to come flying out, luckily. After detaching the lid for washing, you need a determined hand and a little finagling to get it back on; but rest assured, it does reattach. If Back to Basics could design a better-fitting lid, this popper would get 5 stars.
Popcorn popper February 28, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I have had this corn popper for 4 years. We use it at least once a week. No problems so far. Don't waste your money on the Whirley pop as the gears are plastic and the popper itself is very thin metal. Back to Basics stainless steel is the way to go.
Excellent Product February 9, 2008
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Pro:
Popcorn popper performs well, as advertised. The popper requires only medium heat and very little oil, and with the crank handle, it's rare that any of the kernels do not pop or that any of the popcorn is burnt.
Con:
The only con I have is that the lid is difficult to attach proplerly. It takes some strength and patience.
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