Christmas Pasta Snacks

2 Tblsp grated parmasan cheese
1 tsp ground cumin
3/4 tsp ground oregano
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder
vegetable oil
8 oz Christmas shaped pasta, cooked, draned, and patted dry

In a small bowl, combine cheese, cumin, oregano, salt, and garlic powder.

In a heavy medium saucepan, heat oil to 375 degrees.  Stirring occasionally, deep fry 1 cup pasts 4 to 5 mins or until pasta is golden brown and oil stops bubbling.  Drain on paper towels.  Transfer warm pasta to lightly greased aluminum foil.  Sprinkle about 2 tsp cheese mixture over warm pasta.  Repeat with remaining pasta and cheese mixture.  Cool completely and store in an airtight container.