Best Fiesta Snack Mix Recipes

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MARGARITA CHEX™ FIESTA MIX



Margarita Chex™ Fiesta Mix image

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

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

MEXICAN FIESTA BITES



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What does it take to make these tasty Mexican-style appetizers? Sausage, salsa, cheese and-surprise!-won ton wrappers.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

24 won ton wrappers
1 cup cooked crumbled Italian sausage
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
3/4 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Shredded Four Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA
1/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Place 1 won ton wrapper in each of 24 mini muffin pan cups sprayed with cooking spray, with edges of wrappers extending over tops of cups. Bake 5 min. Meanwhile, combine sausage and salsa.
  • Spoon sausage mixture into won ton cups. Bake 10 min. or until filling is heated through and edges of cups are golden brown. Top with cheese; bake 1 to 2 min. or until melted.
  • Top with sour cream and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 5 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

RANCH SNACK MIX



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This is a wonderful fast-to-fix munchie. The recipe makes tons and doesn't involve any cooking. It's a cinch to package in individual snack bags, it keeps its crunch and it's a savory alternative to the cakes and pies usually offered at bake sales. -Linda Murphy, Pulaski, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 32 servings (6 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (12 ounces) miniature pretzels
16 cups Bugles (about 12 ounces)
1 can (10 ounces) salted cashews
1 package (6 ounces) Goldfish cheddar crackers
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
3/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In 2 large bowls, combine the pretzels, Bugles, cashews and crackers. Sprinkle with dressing mix; toss gently to combine. Drizzle with oil; toss until well coated. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

WELL-SEASONED SNACK MIX



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Friends and family hint, year after year, that they're looking forward to this well-seasoned snack mix. The sesame snack sticks and shoestring potatoes are fun surprise additions.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 16

11 cups Cheerios
8 cups Crispix
8 cups Corn Chex
6 cups bite-size Shredded Wheat
1 package (9-1/4 ounces) corn chips
1 jar (8 ounces) salted peanuts
1 package (8 ounces) pretzel sticks
1 package (7 ounces) sesame snack sticks
1 package (7 ounces) shoestring potato sticks
1 pound butter, cubed
3 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons garlic salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Add seasonings; stir until dissolved. Pour over cereal mixture; stir to coat. , Place in large greased roasting pans. Bake, uncovered, at 250° for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

FIESTA MIX



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This is a simple, healthy, cheap, and versatile recipe that is great for parties and brown-bag lunches. Can be made entirely from food you probably already have in your pantry.

Provided by hollyluja

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 10 burritos, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup dry brown rice (white is fine too)
14 ounces canned corn
14 ounces salsa (more to taste)
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes
1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning
32 ounces beans (more to taste)
4 ounces diced green chilies (optional)
2 -4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce or 2 -4 teaspoons vegetarian worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Cook brown rice according to package directions (~30 minutes).
  • Add remaining ingredients in a large saucepan and cook on medium heat until warmed through.
  • Eat wrapped in a burrito shell, as a dip for tortilla chips, or by itself. Good cold or hot.
  • For Vegetarian option: Use the vegetarian Worcestershire Sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.2, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 905.4, Carbohydrate 44.5, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 7.3, Protein 5.4

MEXICAN FIESTA DIP MIX



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Another dip mix from "Gifts in a Bag" recipe book. Don't forget the gift tag. You can make this one as hot as you like by adding crushed red pepper. Gift tag should read: Combine the Mexican Fiesta Dip Mix with the mayonnaise and sour cream. Stir until well blended. Cover and refrigerate. Dip is better if made 8 hours before serving. Serve with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables. Cook time is chill time.

Provided by GrandmaG

Categories     Mexican

Time 8h10m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, plus
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder, plus
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried cilantro, plus
1/8 teaspoon dried cilantro
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Combine the dry ingredients and stir until well blended.
  • Place in a 3x4-inch ziplock bag and seal.
  • Attach a gift tag with the directions on how to prepare the dip.
  • To prepare dip:.
  • Combine the Mexican Fiesta Dip Mix with mayonnaise and sour cream.
  • Stir until well blended.
  • Cover and refrigerate.
  • Dip is better if made 8 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 730.5, Fat 64, SaturatedFat 20.9, Cholesterol 81.2, Sodium 1081.8, Carbohydrate 38.5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 10.5, Protein 5.5

SLOW-COOKER FIESTA RANCH CHEX™ MIX



Slow-Cooker Fiesta Ranch Chex™ Mix image

This simple slow-cooker snack mix packs big flavor with the additions of ranch and Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix.

Provided by Corey Valley

Categories     Snack

Time 2h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups Corn Chex™ cereal
2 cups Wheat Chex™ cereal
4 cups small pretzel twists
2 cups bite-size corn chips
1/4 cup butter, melted
4 teaspoons dry ranch dressing mix (from 1-oz package)
2 teaspoons Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix (from 1-oz package)

Steps:

  • In slow cooker, place both cereals. Add pretzels and corn chips.
  • In small bowl, stir together butter, taco and dressing mixes with whisk until well combined. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated.
  • Cook uncovered on High heat setting 2 hours, stirring every 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Spread mixture on cookie sheet or tray; cool 3 to 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

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