TIJUANA TIDBITS

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Tortilla chips, chili powder and cayenne pepper lend to the Mexican flavor of this snack mix, while corn syrup and brown sugar add a bit of sweetness. I like to package it in holiday tins to give as gifts.-Beverly Phillips, Duncanville, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-3/4 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

12 cups popped popcorn
4 cups bite-size tortilla chips
3 cups Crispix
1 can (11-1/2 ounces) mixed nuts
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

In a large greased roasting pan, combine the popcorn, tortilla chips, cereal and nuts. , In a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Pour over popcorn mixture and toss to coat., Bake, uncovered, at 250° for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes. Cool on waxed paper. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.