Show True Love: Make Chocolate-Covered Chicharrones


Updated 02/10/12 3:00 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Recipe for Chocolate-Dipped Pork Rinds

Of all the crazy chocolates I've seen — among them, wasabi pea chocolate and soy-sauce-flavored Kit Kat — the most intriguing I tried was Xocolatl de David's Chicharrón Chocolate Bar. I loved the concept of crunchy mixed into smooth, savory blended with sweet, and yet I found myself wishing for more pork rind. That's when I dreamt up my perfect chocolate snack: Chicharrónes, or deep-fried Read more

Top-Selling Candy From Around the World


Updated 01/12/12 5:18 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

Best Selling Candy In the World

You wouldn't wear the same food costume every Halloween — so why trick-or-treat with the same candy? This year, try something new. If you're already well-versed in the categories of movie treats and nostalgic candies, then consider serving various candies from around the world. Need a bit of an education in global candy culture? Then test your knowledge of the world's candies and check out some Read more

Savory Halloween-Colored Appetizers


Updated 10/20/11 11:07 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Black and Orange Appetizers For Halloween

Sure, there are lots of cute Halloween candies and cupcakes you can make to impress your guests, but it's important to serve some savory offerings too. Check out these 10 recipes that are orange and black colored, so you can stay in line with your Halloween decor without making every food item pumpkin- or bat-shaped. Read more

Roasted Chickpeas Two Ways


Updated 09/08/11 10:36 AM · Posted by Yum Community · 3 comments

Roasted Chickpeas Picture

We're always looking for new healthy snack ideas and we just found a good one from CheesePlease: roasted chickpeas. Try this simply and  addictive healthy snack!  Chickpeas are a great source of protein, folic acid and iron.  Roast your chickpeas with this  garlic-cumin-sea salt recipe, or a delicious honey-cinnamon version.  It's hard to say which one is better.  My advice: Make both Read more

Which Popular US Chain Restaurant Dish Has More Calories?


Updated 09/03/11 11:23 AM · Posted by Heather Dale · 1 comment

Calories in Popular Chain Restaurant Dishes

They tempt our tastebuds and add inches to our waistlines. As Sheryl Crow would say, "If it makes you happy, it can't be that bad." Unfortunately this isn't the case with these popular dishes from various chain restaurants across the US. Take this quiz to see what the results are — I promise some shockers! Source: Flickr User tedeytan Take the Quiz Read more

A Reader Recipe: Whole Wheat Rosemary Sea Salt Crackers


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Homemade Whole Wheat Cracker Recipe

Homemade crackers are easy to make, and since they don't contain all those extra ingredients, they can be healthier than the ones you pick up at the store. Ready to ditch the Ritz? Reader CheesePlease shares her recipe for rosemary sea salt crackers in our Healthy Recipe group. What goes best with cheese? Crackers of course! Try these homemade crackers that are decidedly light and Read more

Beach Bound? Low-Cal Chips and Crackers to Take With You


Updated 07/24/11 9:06 PM · Posted by Heather Dale · 1 comment

Low Calorie Crackers and Potato Chips

Sunscreen, a hat, and towel always make it in my beach bag, and when it comes to snacks, I always need to pack something salty and crunchy. Chips and crackers are so ridiculously good, and it doesn't help that they can conveniently be enjoyed from a bag or box while you munch away and soak up some rays. Problem is, it's tempting to eat more than your fair share. We already calorie-compared all of Read more

Handy Toddler-Friendly Gizmos For Snack Time


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Handy Eating Utensils and Gizmos For Toddlers

Snack time is often a blessing for moms because it keeps tots quiet, content, and occupied for at least a few minutes of the day — just enough time to make yourself a snack or put your feet up! But similar to breakfast, lunch, or dinner, snack time often means sticky hands, crushed crackers in the carpet, and spills you wish would just magically disappear. No more! Your cleanup count will Read more

No Bread Needed: 10 Low-Carb Snack Ideas


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Healthy Low-Carb Snacks

I love carbs —  love them! And while I'll never ban bread and pasta from my diet, thanks to my trainer, I am trying to be more aware of my carb intake. Easy, right? Not so much for me. As I found out pretty quickly, a good part of my meals consist of brown rice and bread, lots of bread. And while it's been easy to get more protein and fat into my meals, cutting down on carbs has proved to be Read more

Harley Pasternak's Diet Tips For Brides-to-Be


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Trainer Harley Pasternak's Diet Tips For Brides

Harley Pasternak trains some of the hottest ladies in Hollywood, from Lady Gaga to Megan Fox. He's also helped a few starlets, including Hilary Duff and Katy Perry, get ready to walk down the aisle. Since Harley has a masters degree in nutrition, which complements his advanced degree in exercise physiology, he knows getting wedding ready is as much about diet as it is exercise. Here are some of Read more