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These days, people like to get a little crazy with food. Take for instance, the cronut craze: Here in New York, a wise pastry chef thought up this hybrid delectable, and created a croissant donut fusion that people would wait 3 hours in line for! I told you, it’s pretty crazy. But lots of us have weird eating habits, and I’d venture to say some of the combos we like to whip up might taste less bizarre than they sound!

I happen to have a few favorite weird eats, and the unlikely flavors can really summon a craving. Try some of mine and please share any kooky combos you love in the comments!

I dare you to try: Cream cheese and Jalapeno Jelly spread on crackers.

Raise your hand if you’ve ever had jalapeno jelly? No one? Well you might not spread it on your toast in the morning (it’s spicy indeed!) but a tiny dollop really does something to the cream cheese and cracker combo. It’s an easy and delicious hors d’oeuvre to serve up at your next party…or dig into late at night. No judgment!

I dare you to try: A fresh watermelon salad sprinkled with sea salt.

Nothing like a salty sweet combo! You’re going to love how salt brings out the flavor of the watermelon. This is an ultra refreshing treat, and great for backyard BBQ’s (a nice contrast to the meat and fixings!) and it’s also surprisingly low in calories. Add a sprig of mint leaves both for a garnish and another flavor dimension.

I dare you to try: Chocolate with bacon.

Let’s face it. You really can’t go wrong with bacon…anything! But it seems using the incredibly rich cured meat is becoming more and more popular in dessert items. Well, that’s fine by me. Pick up a chocolate bar that contains chunks of bacon for a light nibble, or go all the way by drizzling chocolate on cooled bacon. You won’t be sorry, that’s the truth.