To many in Alabama, they're called "Comeback Crackers." That's because they keep you coming back. To some, they're called "Firecrackers." Whatever you call them, they're really delicious. Morgan Bolling, who wrote the new cookbook When Southern Women Cook, stopped by Tonia's Kitchen to talk about her recipe for these Firecrackers, which are, essentially, saltines with dry ranch dressing. They're a really great party snack, and something that's different than just your everyday appetizer.
To make them, toss 2 sleeves of saltines sit with oil, a packet of Ranch dressing mix, some dried dill, garlic powder and red pepper flakes to bump up the Ranch profile (you can play with what spices you use). Let them sit for at least 1 hour, but preferably 24 hours, to season the crackers and change their texture. Then bake them in a low 250 degree oven to dry them out and give them a flaky texture and toasted flavor.
