Homemade Tortilla Chips

Make this simple recipe for an after-school snack or your child's next fiesta. Kids will love sprinkling on the ingredients.

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This recipe requires extra parent involvement and a watchful eye, because it may require sharp tools or hot pans.

This recipe contains one or more of the following common food allergens: dairy, nuts, soy, wheat, or eggs.

Try this recipe at your child's next party. Double the ingredients or divide them in half, depending on the size of your celebration.

Servings: 12

Prep Time: 15 min.

Cook Time: 10-12 min.

Ingredients

12 corn tortillas
Salt (in a not-too-fast shaker)
1/2 lb. Monterey Jack cheese or mild cheddar cheese (or a combination)

Supplies

Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1
Make six piles of two tortillas each. Use kitchen scissors to cut each pile into wedges.
Step 2
Spread the tortillas out in a single layer on two baking trays.
Step 3
Lightly coat the tortillas with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 4
Kids can shake the salt over the chips!
Step 5
Bake at 375°F for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the chips from the oven. Cool for five minutes.
Step 6
Parents should grate the cheese.
Step 7
Let kids sprinkle the grated cheese over the chips. Serve with a mild salsa.

Tip: Sprinkle with diced onion and red, green, and yellow bell pepper for a more colorful--and tastier--plate.

Nurtition Facts

Calories: 133
Total Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 17mg
Sodium: 112mg
Total Carbs: 11g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 0g
Protein: 6g

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