It's a New Year! 
Skip the Chips
Are you heading out to a friend's place for New Year's Eve? Show your loved ones how much you care about them by bringing along food that is tasty AND healthy.

It's easy to make finger foods a bit healthier. Simple tricks like using veggies in place of chips will cut down your calories, no matter what you're dipping them in. Using veggies as chips will also give you vitamins and fiber, which makes you feel fuller, faster.

If you're in charge of the chips and dips, impress your friends with with these homemade treats. The taste is better and they're a lot better for you!

Dips:
  • Salsa: Ditch the store bought salsa and make your own. Go for easy to make fresh Pico de Gallo or Bruschetta. 
  • Try easy Black Bean Dip for more protein and less fat.  Much like fiber, protein helps you stay full which prevents overeating.
    • 1 can black beans
    • ½ cup salsa (use the one you just made!)
    • 2 Tbsp lime juice
    • 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro
    • ¼ tsp cumin
      *See tips below for ways to create different tasting black bean dips*
Chips:
  • Bringing tortilla bowls or cups? Trade the tortilla shells for lettuce cups! Lettuce still has that crunch that we're looking for in a snack without the grease, salt, or added carbohydrates.
  • Turn fruits and veggies into chips for dips (see below).
Start the New Year off right with these healthy tasty treats that can be enjoyed all year long. Trust us, they'll all pair well with the New Year's toast.

HARVEST HOME WISHES YOU AND YOURS A HAPPY NEW YEAR AND ALL THE BEST IN 2016!

Fruit & Veggie Dipping Chips
Recipe 

Use apples, pears, green beans, Brussels sprouts, kale,  broccoli, cauliflower, even beets

For Fruit Chips:  Bake at 200 degrees
  • Slice fruit in thin pieces
  • Place evenly on cookie sheet
  • Sprinkle lightly with a small amount of cinnamon, nutmeg or ginger
  • Bake at 200 degrees for 30 minutes, flip over and bake another 30 minutes
For Veggie Chips: Bake at 400 degrees
  • Cut veggies into small chunks
  • Place evenly on cookie sheet
  • Sprinkle with a small amount of olive oil and mix with your hands
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes  
  • Add any seasoning you want
  • Turn over and bake 10 minutes more
NOTE: Different veggies take different times to cook. Test with a fork after 15 minutes. Cook until they are as tender and crispy as YOU like. 

Seasoning Your Chips
Tips
  • Add a dash of hot sauce to dips or chips
     
  • Spice up Black Bean dip with chopped tomatoes, red onion and a dash of vinegar . . . or anything else you want
     
  • Try plantain or bananas as chips. Bake like veggies.  Check after 15 minutes and add salt/seasoning  
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