My folks have used the Stir Crazy for years. Our Sunday night meal normally consisted of popcorn, usually about 5-6 batches in the Stir Crazy. In the last couple years they have started using peanut oil in stead of vegetable or olive oil. The peanut oil is healthier than the vegetable oil and has a much higher smoke point than olive oil. (This is why peanut oil is used if you have a turkey fryer.) I have also heard that coconut oil is good, but it is more expensive than peanut oil. I am finally getting a Stir Crazy for my wife for Christmas! Happy popping!