Best 6 Classic Back To Basic Nuts And Bolts Recipes

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Are you a fan of classic, back-to-basics dishes that showcase the true flavors of fresh ingredients? If so, then our article on nuts and bolts recipes is the perfect resource for you. Nuts and bolts, a traditional American dish, is a delicious combination of ground beef, vegetables, and spices, all simmered together in a rich, flavorful sauce. In this article, we'll provide you with a comprehensive guide to creating the perfect nuts and bolts dish, from selecting the right ingredients to mastering the cooking techniques.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

NUTS AND BOLTS



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Since I was a child, we've made buckets of this mix each Christmas for everyone. These days, though, I fix it for just about any occasion.-TaNauna Bunch, Grand Centre, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups Cheerios
2 cups bite-sized Shredded Wheat
2 cups pretzel sticks
1-1/2 cups salted peanuts
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Combine cereals, pretzels and nuts. In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in seasonings. Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat. Spread in an ungreased 15x10-in. rimmed pan. Bake at 250° 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts :

CLASSIC HOMEMADE NUTS AND BOLTS RECIPE



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This classic homemade nuts and bolts recipe is my family's favourite and I hope you like it as much as we do.

Provided by Karlynn Johnston

Categories     Appetizer     Snack

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups of salted butter melted
1 tablespoon seasoning salt
3 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
2-3 tablespoons garlic powder 3 is my dad's level!
1 tablespoon paprika
8 cups of Crispix Cereal plain corn and rice
4 cups of Rice Chex
4 cups plain Cheerios
4 cups of pretzel sticks
1 box cheese stick crackers
Optional spices: 1/2 tbsp onion powder (very good 1/2 tbsp dried dill, ( haven't tried it but sounds great!))

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 250 degrees F.
  • In a very large roaster, combine the cereals, nuts, crackers and pretzels. In microwave (or on stove) melt butter and mix in spices and Worcestershire. Pour over dry ingredients and stir gently to mix thoroughly.
  • Bake at 250 degrees for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring gently with a spoon every 25 minutes or so.
  • The mix will be done when you can see that all of the butter mixture has been absorbed and is dry.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 21 cups, Calories 284 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 738 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g

CLASSIC 'BACK-TO-BASIC' NUTS AND BOLTS



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Gramma's recipe is basic, simple and very easy to whip up. She'd have a large fresh bag of her nuts and bolts for every family member at Christmas. Be sure to use real butter! This recipe is easily doubled, tripled, etc. It's hard to determine the requisite serving size, but the ingredient amounts will give you a good idea. It makes a good sized batch.

Provided by DiLo4602

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 40m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1 teaspoon celery salt
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
3 cups Cheerios toasted oat cereal, plain
3 cups shreddies cereal, plain
3 cups pretzel sticks
2 cups peanuts (I prefer the ones with red skins)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 F, and have 2 oven tray/cookie sheets handy. If your cookie sheets are old and tired, you can line them with parchment paper if you wish.
  • Put the dry ingredients into a large vessel. A roasting pan works nicely for size. You're only mixing in, not using the roasting pan for baking.
  • Mix the melted butter, garlic salt, celery salt and Worcestershire.
  • Pour the butter mixture over the dry ingredients. Be sure to mix everything very well - I get in there with my nice, clean hands and toss together thoroughly. At this point you won't see a lot of visible butter sauce coating the dry mix, but the butter mixture will be plentiful and will nicely spread around once baking in the oven.
  • Spread the sauce covered nuts and bolts in a single layer on oven trays or cookie sheets and bake for 30 minutes at 250 F while stirring and mixing frequently during baking time. I stir, turn and mix about every 10 minutes during the 30 minute baking time. The dry ingredients will be nicely toasted at the end of baking.
  • Remove from the oven, cool and store in airtight containers or Ziploc bags.
  • These nuts and bolts are easily frozen if you'd like to make them in advance. Some of my family like to eat them right out of the freezer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.6, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 24.4, Sodium 284.5, Carbohydrate 19.8, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 1.9, Protein 9.7

GRANDMA JENSEN'S NUTS AND BOLTS



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My Grandma Jensen used to make this spicy snack at Christmas every year, and she always made several batches so she could give plenty away and still serve it in her home. Kinda spicy, kinda garlicy, and completely addictive.

Provided by Hawkified

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups bite-size wheat square cereal (such as Wheat Chex®)
2 cups bite-size corn square cereal (such as Corn Chex®)
2 cups bite-size rice square cereal (such as Rice Chex®)
2 cups toasted oat cereal rings (such as Cheerios®)
2 cups cheese-flavored crackers (such as Cheez-It®)
2 cups pretzels
2 cups mixed nuts
1 cup butter
2 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C). Combine the wheat cereal, corn cereal, rice cereal, oat cereal, cheese-flavored crackers, pretzels, and mixed nuts in a large bowl; set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce until evenly blended. Pour over the cereal mixture, and gently stir until the cereal is evenly coated with the seasoned butter. Spread the cereal mixture onto baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Allow to cool to room temperature before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 390.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

NUTS AND BOLTS SNACK MIX



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The classic cereal snack mix often goes by the name "nuts and bolts," making it a perfect treat for a handy dad. Our version is made with an addictive blend of savory seasonings and spices.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups toasted corn cereal, such as Chex
1 1/2 cups bite-size pretzels
1 cup salted dry-roasted peanuts
2 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup fresh rosemary

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 225 degrees. Combine toasted corn cereal, pretzels, and peanuts in a large bowl. Mince garlic and mash into a paste with salt. Stir together garlic paste, melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat using a rubber spatula. Spread mixture evenly on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake, gently stirring every 20 minutes, until toasted, about 1 hour 20 minutes. Add rosemary. Bake for 20 minutes more. Let cool completely.

NUTS & BOLTS (AUSSIE)



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This recipe is great for party and school snacks, hiking nibbles and TV munchies. Simple, nutritious and made in minutes.

Provided by Yowie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

300 g Nutri-Grain cereal
250 g peanuts
1 (45 g) packet cream of chicken soup mix (powder mix)
1 (45 g) packet French onion soup mix (powder mix)
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 cup warm canola oil

Steps:

  • METHOD:.
  • Mix all dry ingredients together in a mixing bowl and gradually stir in canola oil. HOW EASY IS THAT!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.3, Fat 31, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 1, Sodium 983.9, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 2.4, Protein 12.3

Tips:

  • Choose the right nuts and bolts: Different nuts and bolts have different properties, so it is important to choose the right ones for your project. Consider the size, shape, material, and finish of the nuts and bolts you need.
  • Use the right tools: Having the right tools will make the job much easier. A good set of wrenches, sockets, and screwdrivers is essential.
  • Be careful not to overtighten the nuts and bolts: Overtightening can damage the nuts and bolts, as well as the materials you are working with.
  • Use a threadlocker to prevent the nuts and bolts from coming loose: A threadlocker is a liquid that is applied to the threads of the nuts and bolts to help keep them in place.
  • Inspect the nuts and bolts regularly: Over time, nuts and bolts can become loose or damaged. It is important to inspect them regularly and tighten or replace them as needed.

Conclusion:

Nuts and bolts are essential fasteners that are used in a wide variety of applications. By following these tips, you can ensure that you are using the right nuts and bolts for your project and that they are installed correctly. With proper care and maintenance, your nuts and bolts will last for many years to come.

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