LCBO Food & Drink Holiday 2024

BITS AND BUBBLES

Hawaiian Chex Mix Classic Chex mix takes a trip to Hawaii with rich macadamia nuts, a maple-soy coating and furikake, an umami-rich Japanese seasoning that’s popular in Hawaiian cooking. Mostly used to season rice, furikake consists primarily of nori, sesame seeds and bonito (flaked fish), so it’s not vegetarian-friendly. You can find it at just about every Asian grocery store. Serves 12

1/2 cup (125 mL) 1/4 cup (60 mL) 3 tbsp (45 mL)

unsalted butter pure maple syrup

1. Preheat oven to 250°F (121°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.

soy sauce

2. Heat butter in a small pot over medium-high, stirring occasionally. When butter starts to bubble up, after about 4 minutes, immediately remove from heat. Carefully stir in maple syrup and soy sauce—it will sputter. Set aside. 3. In a large bowl, stir together Chex, pretzels and nuts. Pour butter mixture overtop and stir to coat evenly. Transfer to prepared baking sheet, spreading into an even layer. Sprinkle with furikake and sesame seeds. 4. Bake, stirring every 15 minutes, until golden brown, about 45 minutes. Cool completely. Serve or transfer to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 5 days.

4 cups (1 L) 4 cups (1 L)

rice Chex cereal mini pretzel twists macadamia nuts

WHAT TO SERVE Hawaii’s fusion of Asian and North American flavours (maple-soy, for example) calls for drinks with real character—and a touch of sweetness. Seriously fruity RTDs conjure up a taste of the islands— and who doesn’t love the sparkle of a Mimosa? Vizzy’s variety pack includes a pineapple version— very Hawaiian!

1 cup (250 mL) 1/4 cup (60 mL) 3 tbsp (45 mL)

nori furikake sesame seeds

Cottage Springs Winter Escapes 8 Pack LCBO 39417, 8 pk, $21.95

Vizzy Mimosa Variety Pack

LCBO 33973, 12 pk, $28.95

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