Instructions: Soak 1/2 to 1 lb of soybeans or garbanzos (chick peas) overnight. Drain and towel dry. Place on a baking sheet and cook in a moderate oven 325 F until the beans are crispy all the way through - they will shrink back to original size. Cool and store in an airtight container.

Serve as nibbles with drinks. Add whole, ground or crushed to breakfast cereals, bread dough, baking mixes or sprinkle over salads and snacks.

3 tb soy nuts - 120 cal, 10 grams carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 11 g protein, 5

3 tb chick nuts - 110 cal 20 grams carbohydrate, 8 g fiber, 6 g protein, 2

CHICK DEVILS Sprinkle lightly, then toss the baked nuts in a mixture of cayenne pepper and salt while still hot. A few drops of lemon juice may be added.

RED CHICKS Sprinkle lightly and then toss the baked nuts with paprika and garlic salt.

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