Sweet Crispix Snack Mix

When my friend told me about this snack mix I was curious about the method but I tried it and it is so yummy.  The problem is that I can't stop eating it!  It isn't overly sweet and I love the nuts.

1 (18 oz.) box Crispix cereal
                       (18 cups)
1 (8 oz.) can mixed nuts (1 1/2 cups)
1 (8 oz.) can cashews (1 1/2 cups)

Mix together.

2 cubes butter
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 t. soda

Melt together butter, sugar and syrup and let it boil for 90 seconds.  Remove from heat and add 1/2 t. soda. Pour over the cereal mix and mix well.  Place in a double brown paper bag and fold the top down.  Put in the microwave for 1 minute.  Take it out and stir the mixture well.  Repeat in the microwave for a total of 4 minutes.  Spread out on parchment sheets or wax paper to cool and dry.
**Pay careful attention to stirring well because it can easily burn in the microwave.

I used a pound of mixed nuts/cashews from Costco.  They are cheaper and taste better.

OR instead of putting in the paper bag and microwaving, place on two baking trays and bake in a 200º oven for 60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.