What You Need:

 

3 C baked cheese crackers

2 C butter flavored pretzel sticks

1 C of peanuts

1 T of extra virgin olive oil

2 T of dry taco seasoning mix

 

How to Make It:

 

Place the crackers in a large microwave safe mixing bowl.

Add the pretzels and peanuts and gently toss to combine.

Drizzle the oil over the top and stir with a spoon to evenly coat.

Sprinkle with the taco seasoning mix and stir again to coat well.

Microwave the mixture on high for 2 minutes.

Remove and stir with a wooden spoon.

Return to the microwave and heat for an additional 2 minutes on high.

Allow the mix to stand 5 minutes before serving.

 

Makes 12 servings

 

This is a great little snack for kids to enjoy all evening long.  Not sure what to do with the left over taco seasoning you have?  Sprinkle it over popcorn and place it on the snack table next to the Taco Mexican mix for another delicious snack. 

 

Preparation Time:  approximately 10 minutes

Microwave Time:  approximately 4 minutes

Standing Time:  approximately 5 minutes

Total Time:  approximately 19 minutes

 

Nutritional Value per 1/2 C serving:  (approximate values)

Calories 190; fat 11 g; sodium 400 mg; carbohydrates 16 g;

sugar 3 g; protein 6 g