Best Kickin Cheez It Mix Recipes

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KICKIN' SNACK MIX



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The blend of cereal with cheddar crackers and mixed nuts puts a new twist on a classic party mix, and cayenne pepper adds an interesting kick. Packed with almonds, pistachios and loads of flavor, this snack is definitely addicting! Kim Vogt - Creighton, NE

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups Crispix
3 cups Wheat Chex
2 cups cheddar-flavored snack crackers
1 cup pretzel sticks
1 cup almonds
1 cup mixed nuts
1 cup pistachios
1/2 cup butter-flavored popcorn oil
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the oil, dressing mix, dill, garlic powder and cayenne. Drizzle over cereal mixture; toss to coat., Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 250° for 45-55 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool on wire racks. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 22g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

KICKIN' CHEEZ-IT MIX



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I received this recipe from a good family friend. It is my sister-in-law's absolute favorite snack at Christmastime. Tasty and addicting!

Provided by Jenni K

Categories     Crackers

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

24 oz regular cheez-its
1 envelope (1oz) dry ranch seasoning
1 tsp paprika
2 tsp chili powder
3/4 tsp dill weed
2/3 c oil

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 225. Mix together oil and all seasonings.
  • 2. Pour crackers into a large baking pan. Pour seasoning mixture over crackers and stir to coat.
  • 3. Bake at 225 for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, and when removed from oven. Allow to cool before eating.

KICKIN' ZITI BAKE



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This baked ziti dish gets its kick from a bit of cayenne-and its creamy, cheesy deliciousness from a blend of cheeses.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Pasta

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb. ziti pasta, uncooked
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup chopped onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup flour
1 can (14.5 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese, divided
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Italian* Five Cheese Blend
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375ºF.
  • Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic; cook 3 min., stirring frequently. Add flour; mix well. Cook 1 min. or until bubbly, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2 min. or until thickened. Add cream cheese; stir until melted and mixture is blended. Remove from heat; add 1/4 cup Parmesan, pepper and reserved pasta water.
  • Combine cream cheese mixture and pasta in large bowl. Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray. Top with remaining cheeses and green onions.
  • Bake 15 min. or until cheeses are melted and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 13 g

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