Hidden Valley Oyster Crackers Mix *

This is the party snack that disappears before anything else on the table does.

Oyster crackers, fish crackers, and nuts get tossed with oil, a packet of ranch dressing mix, dill, lemon pepper, garlic, and onion powder, then spread into a baking pan and baked low and slow until everything is toasted and coated.

Make a big batch. It keeps well in an airtight container, and people will find it whether you put it out or not.

Kitchen Tips

• Don’t overbake. The crackers continue to crisp as they cool, and overbaked ranch crackers go from crispy to stale-tasting quickly.
• Stir the mixture well before baking to make sure the oil and seasoning coat every piece evenly.
• Use unsalted oyster crackers as the recipe calls for. The ranch mix and seasonings provide all the salt you need.