Autumn Snack Mix

2   (1-oz.) envelopes Ranch dressing mix

1/2 cup vegetable oil 

3 cups crisp oatmeal cereal squares

3 cups corn-and-rice cereal

3 cups crisp wheat cereal squares

2 cups pretzel sticks

1 cup dried cherries

1 cup candy-coated chocolate pieces 

Whisk together Ranch dressing mix and 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a large microwave-safe glass bowl. Stir in oatmeal cereal squares and next 3 ingredients. Microwave mixture at HIGH 2 minutes, and stir well. Microwave at HIGH 2 more minutes, and stir well. Spread mixture in a single layer on wax paper, and let cool 30 minutes. Add cherries and candy pieces. Store in an airtight container up to 5 days.

Southern Living
OCTOBER 2006