Bagel Chips 

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Heart-friendly Recipe	X
This recipe contains: Fat: No more than 15g Saturated Fat: No more than 5g Cholesterol: No more than 150 mg Sodium: No more than 250 mg Carbohydrates: No more than 80g Total Sugars: No more than 25g total sugars; limit to 35g in desserts

Diabetes-friendly Recipe	X
This recipe contains: Fat: No more than 15g Saturated Fat: No more than 5g Cholesterol: No more than 300 mg Sodium: No more than 1000 mg Carbohydrates: No more than 50g Total Sugars: No more than 25g total sugars; limit to 35g in desserts

Low-Carb Recipe	X
This recipe contains: Carbohydrates: No more than 45g Total Sugars: No more than 25g total sugars; limit to 35g in desserts

High-Calcium Recipe	X
This recipe contains: Calcium: At least 50 mg

Quick and Easy Recipe	X
This recipe requires 30 minutes or less for complete preparation.

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.

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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.

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Recipe Makeover by Family Health Network