After-School Snack Makeover with Holly Robinson Peete

Holly Robinson Peete, Shine staff

A new school year means new after school snacks! We're ditching the old-standbys for three quick and creative cures for the afternoon munchies.




#1 TOASTY TOMATO BOATS

Hollow out sourdough rolls (keep the tops!) to make a bread bowl and fill with tomato soup. Layer a slice of your cheese of choice over the soup (I like sharp cheddar), pop the bread "lids" back on, and slide into a 350 degree oven. When the boats take on a gorgeous golden hue and the cheese is melted, your soup boats are done. Just grab the spoons!

#2 PITA OF THE SEA

This snack's got that irresistible mix of sweet and salty. In a medium bowl, mix a can of drained tuna with a couple teaspoons of mayo and half of a diced green apple. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and then scoop into a pita pocket. Add a leaf of lettuce for some extra crunch and serve with remaining apple slices.

#3 FUN FOREST TOWERS

The kids will go crazy for this one. In a small bowl, stir some chopped peanuts with chocolate spread. Place your graham crackers on a platter and go about stacking your towers: layer each graham cracker with chocolate-peanut spread, chopped bananas, and marshmallows. Top with another graham cracker (like a sandwich) and drizzle caramel sauce over top in a zig-zag.

After these delicious treats, no one will be asking about those old peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Thanks for watching this episode of Real-Life Makeover. See you next time!