Pioneer Woman Texas Trash Recipe

This Pioneer Woman Texas Trash, also known as spicy Chex mix, is made with Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, Rice Chex, Pretzel Sticks, Mixed Nuts, Butter, Worcestershire Sauce, Tabasco Sauce, Garlic, Lawry’s Seasoned Salt, and Onion Powder. It takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes to prepare and serves 24. Pair your Texas Trash with tortilla chips, Fritos, savory pita chips, pretzels, or pretzel crisps.

To make a Texas Trash snack mix, Ree Drummond combines Chex cereals, pretzels, and nuts in a large bowl. She then creates a flavorful sauce with melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, garlic, and spices, which is poured over the dry mix. After thoroughly mixing, it’s baked until crispy.

Whether you are making her Texas Caviar, Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball, or this Texas Trash, Pioneer Woman recipes are known for their simplicity and delicious flavors.

Pioneer Woman Texas Trash Ingredients

• 3 cups Corn Chex
• 3 cups Wheat Chex
• 3 cups Rice Chex
• 2 cups Pretzel Sticks
• 2 cups Mixed Nuts
• 1 to 1.5 sticks Butter
• 3 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
• 6 to 12 dashes of Tabasco Sauce
• 3 to 5 cloves Garlic, mashed
• 1 teaspoon Lawry’s Seasoned Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Onion Powder

How To Make Pioneer Woman Texas Trash

1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, Rice Chex, pretzel sticks, and mixed nuts.
2. Prepare the Sauce: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, mashed garlic, seasoned salt, and onion powder. Microwave this mixture until the butter melts. Stir well to combine.
3. Mix Together: Pour the melted butter mixture over the cereal mix. Stir everything together, making sure the dry ingredients are evenly coated.
4. Bake the Mix: Spread the mixture evenly on one or two baking sheets. Bake in a preheated oven at 250 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Remember to stir the mix every 15 minutes for even baking.
5. Cool and Store: After baking, let the mix cool. Once cooled, store it in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
6. Enjoy: Grab a handful every now and then to snack on. Be careful, it’s quite appetizing!

What To Serve With Texas Trash

Serve your Texas Trash with sides like tortilla chips, Fritos, savory pita chips, pretzels, or pretzel crisps. Raw veggies, toasted baguette pieces, and crackers also pair well. For a unique twist, try serving with garlicky bread bites.

How To Store Texas Trash

In The Fridge:

Store Texas Trash in an airtight container in the fridge. It maintains its quality for up to 4 days. Ensure it’s cooled completely before storing to retain freshness and prevent moisture buildup.

In The Freezer:

Texas Trash is not recommended for freezing. Freezing may alter its texture and consistency, leading to a less enjoyable snack when thawed.

How To Reheat Texas Trash

To reheat Texas Trash, spread it on a baking sheet and warm in an oven preheated to 250 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat until it’s just warm enough to enjoy. This method helps maintain its crispy texture.

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