Jean & Jack’s Pretzels
This easy holiday recipe from my friend Jean O. makes a large amount – quick, and great for inexpensive gifts! It would be a fun activity for children to help prepare and mix.
- 2 lbs Mini Twist Pretzels (most favorable design)
- 10-12 oz. butter flavored popcorn oil (Orville Redenbacher’s is best!)
- 1/4 c. Origina Hidden Valley Dressing mix (the 4 pack 4.5 oz. pkg will make 2 batches)
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. dill weed
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 large oven roasting bag (8-24 lb Turkey size)
Pour pretzels into a colander to remove the extra salt. Place pretzels in the oven bag. In a 2-cup measure, add the dressing mix, popcorn oil, and spices. Mix well. Add the mixture into the oven bag with the pretzels. Secure the oven bag with a twist tie near the top of the bag.
Leave enough space to lay the bag on a flat surface − no need to remove all the air. Spread out the pretzels inside the bag.
For the next 2 days, periodically rotate the bag to mix the pretzels and distribute the seasonings. Turn the bag frequently − upside down, downside up, right / left, crossways, sideways, and always anytime you pass the bag or think about it. After 2 days the oil will have been absorbed and the pretzels are ready to eat. The flavor improves with age!
Jan’s note − what a great stocking stuffer or party gift − present each guest with a cute holiday package of pretzels − you could also print copies of the recipe, fold and attach with a bow.
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