See the Beauty in the Ordinary: Simple: Big Batch Parmesan Snack Mix

Need a simple snack just slightly out of the ordinary? One that can serve a large group? Parmesan Snack Mix might be just what you're looking for!

Here's how to make Parmesan Snack Mix:
(for a printable version of this recipe, click here.)

Mix together in a very large container. I used my huge 17X11 baking pan. (You will be baking the mix briefly so why not mix in a baking pan.) You could use two rimmed cookie sheets instead and just distribute the ingredients semi-evenly.

4 c. pretzels

6 c. corn square cereal

4 c. oyster crackers

2 c. broken pita crackers

12 oz. container peanuts

In the microwave or in a small pan on the stove melt together:
½ c. butter

½ c. olive oil

Stir in:

1 t. garlic powder

1 t. oregeno

1 t. basil

1 t. dried parsley

1 t. salt
Pour butter mixture over dry ingredients and mix gently.

Sprinkle
1 ½-2 c. shredded parmesan cheese over mixture and gently mix again.

Bake is a 350 degree oven for 10 minutes. Stir once more. Serve immediately or store in sealed container. A 2 1/2 gallon storage bag works perfectly. Makes about 35 servings.

Some notes about this recipe:

I adapted this recipe from one I found on Look What Mom Found. If you are looking for a smaller sized recipe, you may want to check it out. Or halve the recipe above.
Next time I make this I think I will include Bugles, those fun bugle shaped snacks, instead of the pita crackers and maybe replace the corn squares with rice squares. This is a very adaptable recipe.

I served Parmesan Snack Mix recently when it was my turn to bring treats at work.