Healthful Holiday Eating: Christmas Holiday Snack Mix

  

Yield: 5 Cups

Ingredients:

1. 1-1/2 cups small unsalted or lightly salted pretzels
2. 1 Cup bite-size shredded whole wheat biscuits
3. 1-1/2 cups popped popcorn, no added salt or fat
4. 1 cup oyster crackers
5. 2 Tablespoons reduced calorie margarine
6. 1 Tablespoon low-sodium Worcestershire sauce
7. 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
8. 1/4 teaspoon pepper
9. 1/8 teaspoon salt
10. 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
11. 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan Cheese

Preparation:

1.  Combine pretzels, shredded whole wheat biscuits, popcorn and oyster crackers in a large bowl.  Toss well and set aside.

2.  Combine margarine and low-sodium Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, pepper and salt in a small saucepan; cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until margarine melts.  Pour margarine mixture over cereal mixture.  Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; toss well.

3. Spread the mixture in a 13x9” baking pan.  Bake at 275 degrees for 45 minutes, or until crisp, stirring occasionally.  Cool, store in an airtight container.

Source:  Dr. Jennifer Bueche