Life of the Party Mix

One more handful is never enough of this bold, sweet and spicy nut-free snack mix.

Recipe by Sarah McCullen

Photographed by Joe Worthem

3 cups rye bagel chips

3 cups pretzel sticks

3 cups cheddar cheese crackers

3 cups wheat cereal squares

3 cups rice cereal squares

¾ cup butter, melted

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

½ cup honey

2 teaspoons onion powder

2 teaspoons garlic powder

1 teaspoon salt

1½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon chili powder

½ teaspoon black pepper

Preheat oven to 250°F. In a large bowl, stir together chips, pretzels, crackers and cereal. Stir together butter, Worcestershire sauce and honey in a small bowl. In a separate bowl, combine spices. Sprinkle half of spice mixture over cereal mixture.

Drizzle half of butter mixture over cereal, then stir to combine. Sprinkle with remaining seasoning, then drizzle with remaining butter mixture, and stir to combine. Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet, and bake for 45-50 minutes, stirring halfway though. Transfer to parchment paper, and let cool completely.