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 make-over 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