Classic margarita flavors of salt, lime and even a dash of tequila combine to make this jazzy snack mix. Ol?!
1. Heat oven to 250F.
2. In ungreased large roasting pan, melt butter in oven. Stir in tequila, seasoned salt, red pepper and dry margarita mix. Stir in cereals, nuts and pretzels until evenly coated.
3. Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Stir in cranberries. Spread on paper towels to cool, about 15 minutes. Store in airtight container.
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Substitution
Use 2 tablespoons lime juice for the tequila for a family-favorite snack mix.
Special Touch
Serve this zesty snack mix in a margarita glass with a salted rim. Rub the rim of the glass with the cut side of a lime or lemon wedge, then dip the rim into a shallow dish of coarse salt.
Substitution
You can use 9 cups of Corn Chex or Rice Chex instead of a combination of the three cereals.
Nutrition Information:
1/2 Cup: Calories 180 (Calories from Fat 80); Total Fat 9g (Saturated Fat 3 1/2g, Trans Fat 0g); Cholesterol 10mg; Sodium 390mg; Total Carbohydrate 23g (Dietary Fiber 2g, Sugars 8g); Protein 3g Percent Daily Value*: Vitamin A 8%; Vitamin C 2%; Calcium 6%; Iron 30% Exchanges: 1 Starch; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Vegetable; 1 1/2 Fat Carbohydrate Choices: 1 1/2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (21g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 20 Servings | ||
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Calories: 106 | ||
Calories from Fat: 78 (74%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 8.7g | 12 % | |
Saturated Fat 3.5g | 18 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 3.5g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 1.2g | ||
Cholesterol 12.2mg | 4 % | |
Sodium 295.2mg | 10 % | |
Potassium 45.5mg | 1 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 6.5g | 2 % | |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 4 % | |
Sugars, other 5.5g | ||
Protein 1.2g | 2 % | |
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Calories per serving: 106
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