Cheesy Taco Snack Mix Recipes

CHEESY SNACK MIX

Steps:

• In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine cereal and pretzels. In a small bowl, mix melted butter and taco seasoning; drizzle over cereal mixture and toss to coat., Microwave, uncovered, on high 3-3-1/2 minutes or until heated through, stirring once every minute. Stir in popcorn. Transfer to a baking sheet to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

CHEESY SNACK MIX

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil and set aside. Heat the vegetable oil and 3 popcorn kernels in a large saucepan over medium heat. When the kernels pop, add the remaining popcorn and cover the pan. Cook, shaking the pan frequently, until the popping has almost stopped, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand for a few minutes, covered. Uncover and discard any unpopped kernels.
• Transfer the popcorn to a large bowl and add the cereal, sesame sticks and pretzel sandwiches; toss well. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat; whisk in the garlic powder, mustard powder, sugar, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Pour the butter mixture over the snack mix and toss well to coat.
• Spread the snack mix in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake, gently stirring halfway through, until the popcorn is crisp, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool. Transfer to a large bowl, add the cheese balls and toss to coat.

TACO-SEASONED CHEX™ MIX

Steps:

• In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, crackers, pretzels and peanuts.
• In small bowl, stir together oil, water and taco seasoning mix. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
• Microwave uncovered on High about 5 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, until mixture begins to brown. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in airtight container.

CHEESY CHEX MIX

Steps:

• Toss 3 cups Chex cereal, 2 cups mini pretzels and 1 cup cheese crackers with 3/4 cup grated parmesan, 1/2 stick melted butter and a pinch of garlic powder. Spread on a baking sheet and bake 15 minutes at 325 degrees F, stirring.

TACO SNACK MIX

Steps:

• Combine cereal, pretzels, tortilla chips, and taco seasoning in a large bowl.
• Drizzle with the melted margarine and toss well.
• Store in an airtight container.

CHEESY TACO BURGERS

Steps:

• Mix ground beef and taco seasoning together in a bowl. Set in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to let taco mix infuse into the beef.
• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
• Remove meat from the refrigerator and make 6 very thin patties. Place a slice of Cheddar cheese into the center of 3 patties. Place the remaining patties on top of the cheese patties and seal together by pinching the ends.
• Cook on the preheated grill for 6 to 7 minutes. Flip and continue cooking until no longer pink, 6 to 7 minutes more. Place on hamburger buns.

CHEESY TACO SNACK MIX

Steps:

• Heat oven to 300°F.
• In a large roasting pan, combine all ingredients except butter and seasoning mix.
• Mix melted butter and seasoning mix in a small bowl until well blended. Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat.
• Bake 25-35 minutes, stirring two or three times, until lightly browned. Sprinkle with parmesean cheese. Spread on paper towels or waxed paper until cooled, about 15 minutes. Store in tightly sealed containers. Makes about 12 cups.