MARGARITA CHEX™ FIESTA MIX

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Classic margarita flavors of salt, lime and even a dash of tequila combine to make this jazzy snack mix. Olé!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Snack

Time 1h25m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter or margarine
2 tablespoons tequila
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 envelopes instant margarita mix, from 3 1/3-oz package
4 cups Corn Chex™ cereal
3 cups Rice Chex™ cereal
2 cups Wheat Chex™ cereal
1 cup mixed nuts
1 cup bite-size pretzel twists
1 cup dried cranberries or cherries

Steps:

Heat oven to 250°F.
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.
Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Stir in cranberries. Spread on paper towels to cool, about 15 minutes. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g