Delicious Snack Mix Recipe
Recipe Ingredients
4 cup salted peanuts
1 cup candy-coated chocolate
1 pieces, mm's etc. or semi
1 sweet chocolate chips
1 cup whole almonds
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped dates
1 cup mini pretzels (optional)
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
Recipe Preparation
directions In large bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in covered
containers of choice for gift giving. Will make 16 or more 1/2 cup
servings. If using pretzels serving sizes will vary, omit dates when
using pretzels.
source pillsbury holiday & gift monthly mag. submitted by marina
Servings: 16
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