Root beer | Root beer braised brisket

10 ways to turn your favorite munchies into breakfast, lunch, and dinner

By Caitlin Palmer | September 25th, 2011 at 11:43 am

Snack Makeover!

How many times have your kids begged you to eat chocolate chip cookies for breakfast? Now they can — with just a handful of dark chocolate chips and a splash of vanilla milk added to oatmeal, your kid’s favorite snack will become their new favorite breakfast!
Make chocolate chip cookie oatmeal

http://www.babble.com/best-recipes/meals-made-of-snack-food-recipes/chocolate-chip-cookie-oatmeal/

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Pears | Quinoa pear muffins

Pears are already a healthy and delicious snack, but they’re definitely not satisfying for a whole meal. Say hello to these quinoa pear muffins! The quinoa adds texture and a serving of whole grains, making these healthy treats filling enough for a quick breakfast or lunch on the go.
Make quinoa pear muffins

http://www.babble.com/best-recipes/meals-made-of-snack-food-recipes/quinoa-pear-muffins/

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Peanut butter | Peanut butter soup

Sure, you love dipping fruits and veggies in peanut butter for a mid-day snack, but that’s hardly filling enough for a complete meal. Now it is with this creamy peanut butter soup that packs in a ton of healthy veggies and yummy spices to create the ultimate fall lunch.
Make peanut butter soup

http://www.babble.com/best-recipes/meals-made-of-snack-food-recipes/peanut-butter-soup/

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Potato chips | Potato chip & mac ‘n’ cheese sliders

Just when you thought your favorite sliders couldn't get any better, we added potato chips and mac 'n' cheese to the mix. And while these burgers may be miniature in size, they pack a huge flavor. Don't say we didn't warn you.
Make potato chip sliders stuffed with mac ‘n’ cheese

http://www.babble.com/best-recipes/meals-made-of-snack-food-recipes/potato-chip-sliders/

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Ritz crackers | Broccoli casserole

With a recipe that combines melted cheese and crunchy Ritz crackers, this is the perfect dish to trick your kids (or yourself) into liking broccoli.
Make broccoli casserole with Ritz crackers

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Butter crackers | Burned butter macaroni and cheese

In the mood for cheese and crackers, but too hungry to eat just a snack? This macaroni and cheese dish is just the ticket! With a crispy, butter cracker topping and creamy cheddar cheese throughout, your taste buds won't know what hit 'em!
Make burned butter mac ‘n’ cheese

http://www.babble.com/best-recipes/meals-made-of-snack-food-recipes/burned-butter-macaroni-and-cheese/

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Root beer | Root beer braised brisket

Who said root beer was just for floats? Your favorite soda pop gives an unexpected sweetness to traditional brisket. And even better? The slow cooker does all the work for you.
Make root beer braised brisket

http://www.babble.com/best-recipes/meals-made-of-snack-food-recipes/root-beer-braised-brisket/

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Saltines | Zucchini gratin

Fall has us ready for comfort food — especially after we found a recipe that turns traditional zucchini gratin up a notch. The trick? Add crushed up Saltines mixed with asiago cheese on top — it gives an extra crunch and flavor to this usually creamy gratin.
Make zucchini gratin

http://www.babble.com/best-recipes/meals-made-of-snack-food-recipes/zucchini-gratin/

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Potato chips | Potato chip chicken

Potato chips aren’t just for vegging out in front of the TV anymore — at least, not with this mouthwatering recipe that trades bread crumbs for crushed potato chips! And who would have guessed that this crispy dish is low-fat? Go ahead, have seconds.
Make potato chip chicken

http://www.babble.com/best-recipes/meals-made-of-snack-food-recipes/potato-chip-chicken/

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Coca-Cola | Coca-Cola barbeque ribs

Nothing beats a cold can of Coke on a hot day ... except maybe these Coca-Cola barbeque ribs! The sugars from the soda mix with spices to make it a surprisingly delicious marinade.
Make Coca-Cola barbecue ribs

http://www.babble.com/best-recipes/meals-made-of-snack-food-recipes/coca-cola-barbeque-ribs/

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