As you can imagine, Seattleites are really excited that our team has made it to the Super Bowl.
Even people like me, who don’t pay a lot of attention to sports (sorry) can feel the excitement.
The other day, I came across a magazine spread featuring the ultimate Super Bowl party food.
The selection included a variety of foods that were especially heavy on carbohydrates, and gluten-containing foods like sandwiches, pasta, casseroles and fried chicken (breaded, of course).
If I went to a party like that, I wouldn’t be able to eat a thing.
Then again, I’ve never been to a Super Bowl party – and probably never will – yet I totally get that the focus needs to be on finger foods and such, that can easily be eaten while watching the game.
But surely one can come up with some healthier munchies, instead?
A pot of chili, perhaps?
In my humble opinion, any party these days needs to cater to different diets – whether gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian or somewhere in-between.
(Even restaurants know to accommodate the so-called picky eater; except that we’re not picky – we simply march to a different drummer).
At the very least, why not include a tray of veggies and dip, a bowl or two of nuts – and maybe some of these?
GARBANZO NUTS
1 15 ox can Garbanzo Beans, rinsed & drained*
1-2 Tbsp Olive Oil
Sea Salt
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
In a large bowl, combine the garbanzo beans with the oil and salt and mix until coated.
Spread the beans on a baking sheet and place in the oven. Bake for 30 – 40 minutes, until crisp and golden. After 30 minutes, be sure to keep an eye on them so they don’t burn.
Enjoy!
*Eden brand is BPA free
Or, try soaking & cooking your own beans from scratch – I like to cook a big batch, and roast them for future snacking!
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