I was really going to try to post regular posts, but with trying to work 3 different part time jobs for the last month & a half, life has been a little busy.  I like it, just haven't had much time or energy to come home & write.
I have had time for some baking over the past month and did remember to photograph most of the recipes, just never got around to sharing until now.

There are a lot of different party mixes out there, but this Sweet Party Mix is my FAVORITE!!

This is such an easy recipe & so addicting!

Sweet Party Mix
10 cups Crispix Cereal
2 cups Peanuts
2 cups Cashews
1/2 bag Pretzels (sticks or regular pretzel shaped) I used the holiday ones this time
1 cup Brown Sugar
1 stick Butter
1/4 tsp Baking Soda
1/4 cup White Karo Syrup

(of course you can use whatever mix of cereal/nuts you like)

Combine brown sugar, butter and karo syrup.  Microwave for 2 minutes.  Stir.
Microwave 2 more minutes.

Remove and add baking soda.  Stir.  This should foam up as it sits.

Place Crispix, nuts & pretzels in a paper grocery sack.

Pour syrup mixture over cereal mixture in bag.  Shake to coat.  (I sometimes use a couple large spoons to help toss the mixture, just be careful the syrup is really hot.)

Microwave bag 2 minutes.  Shake.
Microwave 2 more minutes.
Shake and place mixture on wax paper to dry.

Let it cool & put in covered containers to store.  This mix freezes well, so make ahead of time and pull out a few hours before serving.

ENJOY!