Q. Is there a way to freshen pretzels or crackers that have gone slightly stale? Maybe in the oven or microwave? A. Crackers, chips and other snacks go stale because moisture has gotten to them, ...

We all remember getting home and tearing through the cupboards and the fridge like a Tasmanian devil. No box of granola, cup of yogurt or almost-stale cracker was safe. When it hits 3 p.m. today, your ...

Toast stale chips and crackers for a minute or two in a regular or toaster oven to crisp them right back up. This works for bread, too -- day-or-two-old bread turns into perfectly acceptable toast.

A: Crackers, chips and other snacks go stale because moisture has gotten to them, taking away their crunch. A traditional oven, toaster oven and microwave can all be used to help restore the crunch.