Couch Food: Good Eats for the Big Game

Whether its baseball season or Hockey Night in Canada, couch snacks are an international pastime. If youre looking for substantial couch snacks that are more than just empty calories, ditch the chips and pretzels and go for some real food hearty fare with nutritional benefits make those calories count. Here are some delicious ways to turn couch snacks into a real meal so you can feel good about nibbling on the couch. Bring napkins!

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  Spiced Pumpkin Seeds

  High in protein and fiber, these spicy seasonal snacks are not only good - they're good for you!
  The Family Kitchen has the recipe!
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  Roasted Beet Hummus

  This brilliant hummus is made with roasted beets - a great way to jazz up your regular hummus!
  The Family Kitchen has the recipe!
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  Crispy Chicken Fingers and Apple Fries

  These crispy snacks - especially when served out of a paper cone - and they're baked, not fried!
  The Family Kitchen has the recipe!
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  Edamame Hummus

  This unique hummus is made with edamame - a nutritious twist on your usual dip.
  The Family Kitchen has the recipe!
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  Sticky Lemonade Chicken Wings

  Bring a stack of napkins - these sticky, tangy chicken wings are the ultimate messy finger food!
  The Family Kitchen has the recipe!
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  Crispy-Chewy Naan Chips

  Use leftover naan bread - or pitas - to make munchable chips that go with hummus, spinach & artichoke, and other hearty dips.
  The Family Kitchen has the recipe!
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  Crispy Cumin Fries

  Crispy and spicy, these oven-baked fries are perfect for nibbling.
  The Family Kitchen has the recipe!
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  Black Bean and Beef Nachos

  Loaded nachos are the ultimate couch food - these are laden with seasoned beef and brown beans - good eating if you want your couch snacks to count as dinner!
  The Family Kitchen has the recipe!
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6 Grown-Up Sandwiches For Busy Moms

Lets face it, us moms find ourselves scavenging for lunch. I know I just grabbed a handful of almonds and a nectarine. Thats not going to cut it and I wouldnt mind feeling like a real grow-up while we are at it. I love meeting up with a friend for lunch and ordering a lovely sandwich or tartine, but thats rare. I usually find myself busy working at home (coming up with recipes for you all!) while doing all the other household duties laundry is calling me and Ive got a bazillion calls to make. Its time I figured out a better lunch for myself, a treat to make me feel special while I work away in solitude wearing pajamas. Ive found some super simple recipes that are sure to do the trick. I may even bust out a glass and pour myself some sparkling water! Heres to brightening our long and hectic days.

image credit: Kathy Patalsky

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  Speedy Taco Toast

  Who needs a tortilla when you can have a taco on toast! Brilliant I tell ya and my tastebuds are thanking the genius recipe creator.
  Make your own Speedy taco toast
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  Spring Green Bagel-Wich

  Avocado and hummus with the option for jalapeo for some added kick and all kinds of goodness atop a pumpernickel bagel. So perfect for a sophisticated and healthy lunch.
  Make your own spring green bagel-wich
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  Sweet Potato Hummus Apple Tartine

  Sweet potato hummus, you read that right! Take the hummus, spread it on toast and top with onion and apple slices. Drool.
  Make your own sweet potato humus tartines
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  Cucumber Tartine

  Fresh and crisp cucumbers make for a delicious sandwich and this recipe is vegan. If you are not vegan just sub the tofu cream cheese for regular whipped. I think I might add some flavored cream cheese, like veggie. Yum!
  Make your own cucumber tartine
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  Mango Tartine

  Another vegan variety only this one is sweet and juicy, with a bit of savory to balance things out. Feel free to use regular cream cheese instead of vegan.
  Make your own mango tartine
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  Avocado Toast

  This only takes 5 minutes, which is just about all the time I have. I like the addition of greens between the smashed avocado and toast for an earthier flavor.
  Make your own avocado toast
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