Tumbleweed Trail Mix

3/24/21

Kids and adults alike love the combination of sweet and crunchy flavors. This trail mix is easy to make, and we pretty much think it will disappear like a tumbleweed in a windstorm!

You will need:

• 1 cup Cheerios
• 1 cup small pretzel knots
• ½ cup mini chocolate chips
• ½ cup butterscotch chips
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• 1 cup dry roasted peanuts* (optional)
• 1 cup dried cherries or cranberries
• Large mixing bowl
• Large mixing spoon
• Dry measuring cups
• Ziploc bags
  *Peanuts can be added if you have no peanut allergies in your household or among your guests.

 

Instructions:

Measure and add each ingredient to the mixing bowl and stir.

Place in Ziploc bags to create individual servings.

Place any leftover mix into a large Ziploc and seal for future snacking.

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Corn Ranch Dip

3/10/21

This one is delicious, easy to make, and given the obsession, most people have for ranch dressing, it’s going to be a slam-dunk, go-to recipe your family will love. It’s the perfect treat to enjoy during a Netflix binge, a family barbeque, or a group potluck or party.

You will need:

• 1 16-Ounce container of sour cream
• 1 15-Ounce can of sweet corn (drained)
• 1 Packet Hidden Valley Ranch dip mix
• ½ Cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 ½ Teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional)
• Tortilla chips, veggies, or Fritos Scoops for dipping
• Medium-size mixing bowl

 

Instructions:

Mix sour cream, canned sweet corn, cheddar cheese, cayenne, and ranch dip mix in the mixing bowl

Place the dip in the refrigerator and chill for 1 hour before serving.

Serve with warm tortilla chips or fresh veggies

Tips and Suggestions:

Make sure that the chips you use are sturdy enough to hold the dip

Cut calories by subbing in fat-free sour cream and omitting the shredded cheese

If you’re not a ranch dressing family, sub in ¼ cup of your favorite BBQ sauce

Add protein with shredded chicken

Cut back or eliminate the cayenne pepper if your family isn’t a fan of spicy flavors

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