Seashells Nuts and Bolts
Get ready to elevate your snack game with Seashells Nuts and Bolts, the ultimate savory party mix bursting with bold flavors and irresistible crunch! This creative spin on a classic snack blend features medium shell pasta, pretzel sticks, mixed nuts, and Cheerios cereal, all roasted to crispy perfection and coated in a buttery seasoning made with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, paprika, and a hint of salt and pepper. Perfect for gatherings, lunchbox treats, or movie night munching, this easy-to-make, oven-baked snack mix is ready in under an hour and offers a delightful combination of textures and bold, smoky flavors. Whether you're hosting a crowd or simply craving a unique snack, Seashells Nuts and Bolts is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups medium shell pasta
- 2 cups pretzel sticks
- 1 cup mixed nuts
- 1 cup cheerios cereal
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cook the medium shell pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions. Drain thoroughly and spread the cooked pasta on a clean kitchen towel to dry for about 10-15 minutes.
While the pasta dries, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Once melted, stir in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry shell pasta, pretzel sticks, mixed nuts, and cheerios cereal.
Pour the seasoned butter mixture over the dry ingredients, tossing until everything is evenly coated.
Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even roasting.
Remove from the oven and let the mixture cool completely on the baking sheet. The pasta will crisp up further as it cools.
Transfer the cooled snack mix to an airtight container for storage. Enjoy as a flavorful, crunchy snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6070 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.1 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9913 mg | 431% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1111.4 g | 404% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 62.0 g | 221% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.6 g | ||
| Protein | 178.9 g | 358% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 680 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 49.1 mg | 273% | |
| Potassium | 4052 mg | 86% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
