3 qt popped popcorn
2 cup mini pretzels
1/3 cup rasted pepitas or hulled
1 pumpkin seeds (optional)
1/4 cup regular or light margarine
2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp mexican seasoning
Directions
Place popped popcorn, pretzels and pepitas in large bowl. Melt
margarine in small pan. Add Parmesan and Mexican seasoning. Drizzle
over pop corn and toss lightly. Makes about 3 1/2 quarts.
From: Danial Mannen Date: 24 Mar 96
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Appetizer; Cheese; Mexican; Vegetable
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