Savory trail mix

12 Cups

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4cupsCubed sourdough bread (1\")
2teaspoonsOlive oil
½cupHulled pumpkin seeds
2tablespoonsParmesan cheese; grated
Freshy ground pepper
cupMini pretzels
cupShelled pistachios
cupRoasted peanuts
4cupsSpiced Veggie Crisps

Directions

Prehaet oven to 375 degrees F. Put the bread ina bowl and drizzle the oil over it while turning the cubes. Spread on a baking sheet and bake lightly until browned and crisp, about 15 minutes, stirring twice. Meanwhile put pumpkin seeds in a skillet over medium-low and stir constantly until they begin to pop. Set aside. Put hot croutons in a large bowl and toss with the Parmesan and pepper. Add pumpkin seeds, pretzels, pistachios, peanuts and vegetables. Toss well.

Store in self-sealing plastic bags Nutrtional info per half-cup serving: 95 cal; 5g fat, 3 g pro, 12g carb

Source: Miami Herald, 2/15/96 format by Lisa Crawford, 7/7/96