texas heat snack mix

Summer has hit Texas, and it's hit it hard.  Last week we had temperatures over 100 degrees...and it's still May!  I was pretty okay with the hot temperatures until I realized that I can't quite fit into my shorts.  Time to lose a few inches.

So, without further adieu, meet my new snack.  It packs a spicy punch but is low in fat...a perfect way to ring in a hot Texas summer. 

Texas Heat Snack Mix

• 4 cups Corn Chex
• 4 cups Rice Chex
• 2 cups Cheese-Its
• 1 cup unsalted peanuts
• 1 cup miniature pretzels
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 T. Worcestershire sauce
• 2 1/2 t. hot pepper sauce (like Tabasco)
• 1 1/4 t. Cajun seasoning (like Slap Ya Mama)

In a large bowl, combine the cereal, peanuts, pretzels, and crackers.  In a small bowl, combine the butter, Worcestershire sauce, pepper sauce, and Cajun seasoning; pour over cereal mixture.  Microwave in batches on high for 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds.  Spread onto parchment paper to cool.  Store in an airtight container.