Cheesy Snack Mix

Snacks

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.

Average Rating: 4

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. Cook: 5 min. + cooling
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

Instructions

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.