Homemade Ranch Seasoning and a Snack Recipe

I've been planning to try some homemade spice mixes and the first one on my list was Ranch. After looking at several recipes I adapted what I saw to my own taste and to make a large batch. 

10 tablespoons minced onion

5 tablespoons dried parsley flakes

2 tablespoons salt

1 tablespoon garlic powder

The first recipe I used this homemade ranch mix in was Ranch Oyster Crackers. I didn't tell the kids I was using homemade ranch mix and was happy when they enjoyed these crackers just as much as when I made them with the bought ranch mix.

Here is the recipe for these crackers.

2 bags oyster crackers

5 tablespoons ranch mix

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 cup vegetable oil

Mix all ingredients and bake at 250 degrees F for 20 - 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. 

Later today I'm planning to try making some homemade taco seasoning. I can't wait to share how that turns out. 

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Oyster Snack Crackers

 3 (10 -12 ounce) packages oyster crackers         
2 (1 ounce) packages Ranch style dressing mix
1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.

Mix Ranch dressing mix, dill weed, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder and vegetable oil. Add oyster crackers, coating evenly. Spread on a baking sheet.

Bake for 15 -20 minutes, stirring gently halfway through.

Remove from oven. Cool.

Enjoy