Put out small bowls of this snack mix and replace them every hour to keep the mix fresh and crisp.

You might want to make another batch of this delicious recipe.

In 3-quart slow cooker, combine crackers, cereal, walnuts, and peanuts; toss to mix.

In small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.

Remove from heat and stir in remaining ingredients except cheese.

Drizzle over mixture in slow cooker.

Stir gently to coat, then cover and cook on low for 2 hours.

Uncover slow cooker and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Then sprinkle with cheese, turn heat to high, and cook for 15–20 minutes longer, stirring once during cooking time.

Place mixture on cookie sheet to cool.

Store covered in airtight container.