Crunchy Munchies
A savory seasoning tops nuts, dried fruit and chow mein noodles for a snack mix that's great for parties.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
about 6 cups
Ingredients
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1/4 cup jalapeno pepper jelly
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2 tablespoons butter
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1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon bottled hot pepper sauce
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2 cups whole cashews or dry roasted peanuts
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1 cup dried banana chips
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1 cup dried pineapple chunks, cut up
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1 cup chopped dates
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1 cup chow mein noodles
Directions
1.
Preheat oven to 325 degree F. In a medium saucepan combine jelly, butter, five-spice powder, salt, and pepper sauce. Heat over low heat until jelly is melted. Stir in remaining ingredients until well coated. Pour mixture into a large roasting pan.
2.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until cashews are lightly browned, stirring once. Remove from oven. Spread mixture on a large piece of foil to cool. Store in an airtight container up to 3 days. Makes about 6 cups (16 servings).
Nutrition information
Calories 232, Total Fat 13 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Monounsaturated Fat 6 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 131 mg, Carbohydrate 29 g, Total Sugar 18 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g. Daily Values: Vitamin C 1%, Calcium 2%, Iron 7%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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