Cereal Snack Mix

A quick and easy recipe that just so happens to be one of Marty Moose's favorite snacks! With all the different types of CNP seasonings, this treat can be made salty, sweet, or spicy. Marty Moose loves the CNP Herd Ranch Seasoning, he doesn't even mind getting a little on his nose to make this delectable snack!

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons canola oil
2 1/2 cups assorted unsweetened dry whole-grain cereals
1/2 -1 cup assorted nuts
1 Tablespoon CNP seasoning of choice (CNP Herb Ranch Seasoning, CNP Italian Seasoning, or CNP Mexican Seasoning) or preferred combination of spices like paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, or cinnamon, nutmeg, and a little brown sugar.

Directions

Wash hands with warm, soapy water for 20 seconds.
Add oil to the bottom of a large baking pan.
Pour in cereal and nuts. Stir to coat pieces.
Sprinkle on seasonings, stir, and spread evenly across the baking pan.
Bake uncovered at 250°F for 20-30 minutes or until cereal begins to brown.
Place about 1/4 cup of mix into small plastic sandwich bags. One recipe will make about 12 snacks.

Makes 12 servings

1/4 cup is a serving

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