Late Night Snacking

Watching some of Jay Leno's last late night show got me to thinking about late night snacking. There are some foodies (not myself, however) who enjoy raiding the fridge or cookie jar after hours. There's something decadently fun about eating when the rest of the household is asleep.

Ice cream is a popular late nighter's snack. You don't have to worry about manners. Just take a spoon and eat it fresh from the container. You can even be a little selfish and add whipped cream and syrup to it. A word of warning though. Make sure all the extras are gone before you put it away. You'll hear screaming if a very fussy family member finds traces of your late night sundae as they scoop out for their dessert. Leftover cake is a very good bite when you're watching Conan or Jimmy (or that repeat of Larry King) Have it with the ice cream and a cup of tea . A few cookies or a brownie are also fun to nibble on. Just keep in mind that the sugar will keep you up til dawn. I'd recommned this on a Saturday or Sunday when you can stay in bed til noon.

Leftover dinner makes a good nosh. Everyone has eaten pizza some time or other after the midnight hour. That Chinese takeout you had at five or six is still good at one or two AM. Cold chicken or turkey are made for snacking and it's fun to chew on a wing or leg (if there are any left) as you're watching late night HBO or Starz. Reheated meat loaf or burger is good too a bit heavy but if you're beset by hunger pangs then nosh away.

OK, foodies,here's your chance to shine. Tell me and the rest of our readers what's your favorite late night nibbles are. Let's compare what's good to eat when the strs are out.