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with Ms Athiniotis

 NACHOS FOR A HEALTHY SNACK :

 

Juniors enjoyed making and eating this healthy snack. Students tried red kidney beans and learned that they are a great source of protein. This snack covered all of the food groups. 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

200g packet corn chips, 2 cups grated cheddar cheese, 2 tomatoes chopped, 4 spring onions chopped, 2 tablespoon mild chilli or salsa sauce, 375g can red kidney beans, rinsed 

Method: 

  1. Preheat the oven to 180C.  Place the corn chips in a deep baking tray and sprinkle with half the cheese.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the tomatoes, onions, chilli or salsa sauce and beans. Spoon the mixture over the corn chips, and then sprinkle with the rest of the cheese. 

Bake in the oven for 25 minutes. You can also serve this with avocado pieces or sour cream.