SLOW-COOKER SPICED PARTY NUT MIX

Slow-Cooker Spiced Party Nut Mix image

Taco seasoning mix and cayenne pepper fabulously flavor crunchy crackers, pretzels and four types of nuts.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Snack

Time 4h20m

Yield 26

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 envelope (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 cups pecan halves
2 cups roasted unsalted cashews
2 cups walnut halves
2 cups unblanched whole almonds
3 cups bite-size cheese crackers
2 cups sourdough pretzel nuggets

Steps:

In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, mix butter, taco seasoning mix, cinnamon and red pepper. Add remaining ingredients; toss gently.
Cook uncovered on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours, stirring every 30 minutes, until nuts are toasted. Turn off slow cooker. Serve with large serving spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g