Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Zesty Ranch Pretzel Sticks


This recipe is the perfect solution for a last minute party (or anytime) snack!



The holiday season will quickly be approaching (I’ve seen Christmas shopping commercials on T.V. since early October!) and that means it’s time for holiday parties, both at home and in the classroom. When you’re in need of a last minute party treat, don’t settle for a bag of store bought chips! These ranch pretzels literally took me 15 minutes from start to finish, and they are so addicting. They also taste just like Cool Ranch Doritos, which are my favorite, but they are slightly healthier!
 



You will need:

¾ c. light olive oil
1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix
 ½ bag of pretzels

(Side note: Double the olive oil and use two ranch dressing mixes if you would like to use the whole bag of pretzels.)







To do:

Preheat oven to 300˚ and line a baking sheet, preferably with sides (so the ranch oil doesn’t drip everywhere), with parchment paper. You can also use a 9” x 13” pan if you don’t have a baking sheet with sides. Lay out pretzels on the baking sheet, making sure they are all flat and in one layer.



Measure out olive oil in a measuring glass and mix the ranch packet right into the cup (to save a dish or two). Pour the mixture over the pretzels and stir so that all sticks are evenly covered.



Bake at 300˚ for 10 minutes, stir once or twice to ensure even coverage.



Let cool slightly before serving. (They are actually really good if served hot or warm… just don’t burn your tongue!)




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