In case you missed it, today is National Pretzel Day, and the product is having its moment in the spotlight. Not only are homemade pretzels hot, but so is anything flavored like the street treat, from pretzel crisps to pretzel bagels and pretzel rolls. Can you appreciate the distinctive lye flavor on other food items — or would you rather just have a pretzel?
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I wasn't allowed too many snacks growing up, but there was one exception: Ritz Crackers. For reasons unbeknownst to me, these crispy, airy pillows of goodness passed the Mom and Dad test — how, I'm still not sure. With their touch of butter, I didn't feel compelled to top them with anything else.
The classic Ritz undoubtedly remains a bestseller, but in a day and age where supermarket aisles are crammed with everything from Cheetos Mighty Zingers and New York Style Risotto Chips, Nabisco's trying to stay ahead of the curve. Enter Ritz Munchables Pretzel Thins (formerly known as Ritz Munchables Pretzel Crisps) — a product that the company describes as "pretzel outside plus cracker inside." Did they live up to their promise? Find out when you read on.
