Cheesy Snack Mix

Name: Cheesy Snack Mix
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2-1/2 quarts.
Ingredients: 3 cups Corn Chex; 3 cups Rice Chex; 3 cups cheddar miniature pretzels; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 1 envelope cheesy taco seasoning; 2 cups white cheddar popcorn

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. Cook: 5 min. + cooling YIELD: 2-1/2 quarts.

Our love for Mexican food inspired me to make party mix with taco seasoning. The flavor is so mild that it's even kid friendly. —Elizabeth Wynne, Aztec, New Mexico

Ingredients

3 cups Corn Chex
3 cups Rice Chex
3 cups cheddar miniature pretzels
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 envelope cheesy taco seasoning
2 cups white cheddar popcorn

Directions

1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine cereal and pretzels. In a small bowl, mix melted butter and taco seasoning; drizzle over cereal mixture and toss to coat.
2. Microwave, uncovered, on high 3-3-1/2 minutes or until heated through, stirring once every minute. Stir in popcorn. Transfer to a baking sheet to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 151 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 362mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.

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