Bagel Chips 

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Serves: 6 person(s)

Preparation Time: 5 mins
Cooking Time: 15 mins

Don't throw out those day-old bagels - make this yummy snack instead. They're a nice variation from potato chips!
Per serving: 114 calories, 7g fat and 10g carbs
Saves: 55 calories, 4g fat and 6g carbs!

Ingredients:

These Bagel Chips are a nice alternative to traditional Home-Cooked Potato Chips. The makeover bagel recipe adds herbs for extra flavor, and reduces the amount of oil and salt.

To learn more about recipe makeovers see CalorieKing's library article "Smart Substitutes: Your Guide to Low-Calorie Cooking Alternatives".

Recipe Makeover
2 Tbsp canola oil 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1/4 tsp dried mixed herbs 2 small bagels (2 oz each), plain or onion, cut into small bite-size pieces 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 oz Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Traditional Recipe
3 large potatoes (russet or white), peeled and very thinly sliced 1 Tbsp salt 1 quart oil for deep frying

Directions:

Heat the oil in a skillet and add the garlic and mixed herbs. Cook for 1 minute.

Add the bagel pieces in batches, turning them for about 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.

Drain the bagel chips on absorbent paper towels.

Serve in a warm serving dish, seasoned with salt and pepper and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.

Variations:

Can serve as an accompaniment to your favorite dip.

Serving suggestions and garnishes not included in recipe analysis.

Author:

Recipe Makeover by Family Health Network