Charlie Browns Party Mix Recipes

CHARLIE BROWN'S TRADITIONAL PARTY MIX

Steps:

• Microwave Directions: In large microwave-safe bowl melt margarine on high 30 to 45 seconds. Stir in seasoning pack. Gradually add cereals, nuts, and pretzels, stirring until all pieces are evenly coated. Microwave on high 3 to 3 1/2 minutes, stirring every minute. Spread on absorbent paper to cool. Store in airtight container.
• Conventional: Preheat oven to 225 degrees. In 2 quart baking dish melt margarine in oven. Stir in seasoning pack. Gradually add cereals, nuts and pretzels, stirring until all pieces are evenly coated. Bake 30 minutes.
• Store in air tight conainer.

SWEET AND SALTY POPCORN SNACK MIX

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with heavy duty foil and spray lightly with non-stick cooking spray.
• Pour popped popcorn out onto foil lined baking sheet. Pick out any kernels. Add Crispix and pretzels and spread out evenly with popcorn.
• Melt butter in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and then allow to boil for two minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and use a spoon to drizzle the mixture over the popcorn mixture in an even stream. Toss the popcorn mixture lightly to distribute and then spread it back out in an even layer.
• Bake for 10 minutes. Use a spatula to stir the mixture and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Remove from oven and stir once more. Spread the mixture back out in an even layer and allow to cool for 10 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Break apart and allow to cool completely. Add peanut M&M's and toss to combine.
• Store in an airtight container or zippered plastic storage bags.

CHARLIE BROWN PIE

Steps:

• Place peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl; heat in microwave until smooth and creamy, 20 to 30 seconds. Stir graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and butter into peanut butter until evenly combined. Transfer to a 9x13-inch baking dish and press to form a crust. Refrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours.
• Beat milk and pudding mix together in a bowl until thick and creamy; pour over crust. Top pie with whipped topping to serve.

CHARLIE BROWN'S PARTY MIX

Steps:

• In large microwave-safe bowl, melt margarine on HIGH 1 minute. Stir in seasoned salt and Worcestershire sauce. Gradually add cereals, nuts and pretzels, stirring until all pieces are evenly coated. Microwave on HIGH 5 to 6 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes. Spread on absorbent paper to cool. Store in airtight container.