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Roasted Garbanzo Beans

You say chickpeas, I say garbanzo beans… We’re both right!  I love a good salty, crunchy snack. Can anyone say potato chip? And I have found a new favorite. Garbanzo beans, when roasted, are crispy, crunchy, and hearty.  This homemade … Continue reading

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Guacamole to Go. A Perfect Snack

Snack time. It can either be used for good or evil. The foods and portions you choose can add nutrition to your day, or sabotage everything you have done and set you up for a blood sugar roller coaster.  Americans … Continue reading

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Snack Smarter

Snacking has become a nearly universal behavior. Nearly 97% of Americans are snacking at least once per day, with more than 40% snacking three to four times. What you choose to snack on should match your health goals and can … Continue reading

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You Can Eat the Skin of a Kiwi fruit?!

YES! You read that correctly, you can, in fact, eat the skin of a kiwi fruit! As a busy working mother of three, I am always looking for ways to save time, mess and increase nutrition. I came across this … Continue reading

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Chipotle Popcorn + Nutritional Yeast

We have had the bulk oils in our Hy-Vee HealthMarket for awhile, but I am just now getting around to really testing them out. First up is the chipotle pepper-infused oil. I’m a huge fan of smokey little chipotle peppers, … Continue reading

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Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Scarves, boots, squash and cinnamon. These are the signs that fall is here. But let’s not forget about an oh-so-good crispy snack: roasted pumpkin seeds. Sure, you can purchase pumpkin seeds at the store, but they just aren’t the same as … Continue reading

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Snack Time: Sesame Crackers and Chipotle Cheese

So I admit, I am a snacker!  Most days of the week I eat at least a morning snack and afternoon snack. I have my go-to snacks that I can keep in my desk and munch on as needed. Being … Continue reading

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