Addictive Texas Trash Recipe

Name: Addictive Texas Trash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) package bite-size corn square cereal (such as Corn Chex(R)); 1 (14 ounce) package crispy rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex (R)); 1 (14 ounce) package bite-size wheat square cereal (such as Wheat Chex(R)); 1 (8.9 ounce) box toasted oat cereal rings (such as Cheerios(R)); 3 cups salted mixed nuts; 1 (15 ounce) package mini pretzel twists; 2 (6 ounce) packages goldfish crackers; 1 (12 ounce) package sesame snack sticks (optional); 1 cup warm (liquid) bacon drippings; 1 cup unsalted butter, melted; 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons monosodium glutamate (MSG); 2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 4 teaspoons seasoned salt; 4 teaspoons chili powder; 4 teaspoons garlic powder; 4 teaspoons hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco(R))

Servings: persons

1 (14 ounce) package bite-size corn square cereal (such as Corn Chex(R))
1 (14 ounce) package crispy rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex (R))
1 (14 ounce) package bite-size wheat square cereal (such as Wheat Chex(R))
1 (8.9 ounce) box toasted oat cereal rings (such as Cheerios(R))
3 cups salted mixed nuts
1 (15 ounce) package mini pretzel twists
2 (6 ounce) packages goldfish crackers
1 (12 ounce) package sesame snack sticks (optional)
1 cup warm (liquid) bacon drippings
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons monosodium glutamate (MSG)
2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
4 teaspoons seasoned salt
4 teaspoons chili powder
4 teaspoons garlic powder
4 teaspoons hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco(R))

1
Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
2
Gently mix corn, rice, and wheat squares, oat rings, mixed nuts, mini pretzels, goldfish crackers, and sesame snacks in two 13x24-inch aluminum roasting pans, taking care not to break cereal.
3
Stir bacon drippings, unsalted butter, Worcestershire sauce, MSG, liquid smoke, cayenne pepper, seasoned salt, chili powder, garlic powder, and hot pepper sauce together in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook on high in microwave for 3 or 4 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until mixture is warm, liquid, and fully combined.
4
Stir seasoning sauce continuously as you pour half over the cereal mixture in each pan. Gently stir the snack mix and seasonings with a slotted spoon until thoroughly coated; do not crush cereal.
5
Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is completely absorbed and the snack mix is crisp, about 2 hours; stir gently every 15 minutes. Cool completely and store in airtight containers. The snack mix stores well in freezer in airtight freezer bags, if it makes it that long.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (14 ounce) package bite-size corn square cereal (such as Corn Chex(R)), 1 (14 ounce) package crispy rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex (R)), 1 (14 ounce) package bite-size wheat square cereal (such as Wheat Chex(R)), 1 (8.9 ounce) box toasted oat cereal rings (such as Cheerios(R)), and more.

Yes, Addictive Texas Trash falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Addictive Texas Trash

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Variations & substitutions

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