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Toasted Tortillas

The Washington Post, July 2, 2008

$10 Picnic for Two

  • Course: Snack
  • Features: Fast

Summary:

Toasting your own tortilla chips not only is more affordable but also makes for a more healthful version of these chips, which are usually fried. If you have dried spices in the pantry, such as cumin, paprika, onion or garlic power, feel free to sprinkle on a couple of teaspoons along with the salt and pepper.

Make sure you allow these to cool before bagging so they stay crisp.

2 servings

Ingredients:

  • 4 8-inch fresh whole-wheat tortillas, such as La Banderita brand
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone liner.

Cut the tortillas into quarters and then into eighths. Scatter them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets. Drizzle with oil, then season with salt and pepper to taste; bake for 10 minutes or until nicely crisp and browned. (If working with 2 baking sheets at the same time, rotate them and turn front to back after 5 minutes.)

Recipe Source:

From Molly Marino, a private chef in Potomac.

Tested by Aimee Sanders for The Washington Post.
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Nutrition Facts
Information per serving
Calories: 479
% Daily Values*
Total Fat: 28g 43
Saturated Fat: 4g 20
Cholesterol: 0mg 0
Sodium: 1140mg48
Total Carbohydrates: 54g 18
Dietary Fiber: 10g 40
Sugar: n/a
Protein: 12g
*Percent Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Total Fat: Less than65g
Saturated Fat: Less than20g
Cholesterol: Less than300mg
Sodium:Less than2,400mg
Total Carbohydrates: 300g
Dietary Fiber: 25g
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