Microwave Snack Mix

SUBMITTED BY: sydny

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SERVINGS & SCALING

Original recipe yield: 10 cups

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INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup butter or margarine
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
5 cups oyster crackers
3 cups miniature pretzels
2 1/2 cups salted peanuts
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese

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DIRECTIONS

In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine butter, chili powder, cumin and garlic powder. Cover and microwave on high for 45-60 seconds or until butter is melted.
In a 3-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine crackers, pretzels and peanuts. Add butter mixture and mix lightly. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; toss to coat. .
Microwave, uncovered, on high for 7-8 minutes or until mixture begins to toast, carefully stirring every 2 minutes. Cool. Store in an airtight container.

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REVIEWS

Reviewed on Jul. 8, 2003 by MICHAYNE

I was skeptical about using the microwave to prepare this, but did anyway. Big mistake! I followed the directions, yet it began to burn before being completely mixed together. The peanuts & pretzels did not crisp, instead they were soft & stale tasting. I may try it in the oven.

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