NUTTY O'S SNACK 
Almonds add a nice nutty flavor to this tasty snack. It's perfect for potlucks and not too sweet. Served in a decorative dish, basket or tin, it has a golden holiday look. Great for gifts, too.

1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup dark corn syrup (Karo)
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
12 cups cheerios cereal
2 cups pecan halves
1 cup whole almonds

In a large saucepan, heat brown sugar, corn syrup and butter until sugar is dissolved. Stir in cereal and nuts; mix well.

Spread onto greased 15x10-inch baking pans. Cool for 10 minutes; stir to loosen from pan. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Makes 21 servings; Prep time: 10 minutes; Cook time: 15 minutes.

Submitted by: Karen Buchholz, Sitka, Alaska

 

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