31. Posted by Kmf on Fri, Dec 28, 2007, 5:48 am PST

(regarding the low fat vs. REAL food debate) . . . I know it is supposed to be whole natural foods that should be eaten, but the bottom line is, if you want to shed pounds and still eat food like this, the low fat/fat free versions give you that opportunity. If you eat them all the time or only buy low fat/ fat free stuff and eat A LOT, I think that you are adding a lot of unnecessary additives to your daily diet. (They have to add "other" things to the low fat food to make it taste like the real thing.) I do think all things in moderation though. . . :) And I agree with Steph Ann, all the worrying takes all the fun out of it! Does anyone use Canola Oil mayo? I havent tried yet, but am very curious.

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32. Posted by royman62 on Fri, Dec 28, 2007, 4:46 pm PST

I made the five layer dip exactly and it disapperaed fast. Everyone loved it. I will make it again for New years Eve. Maybe I'll add shredded Mexican mix cheese and sliced olives. Make sure you get a hardy chip for dipping.

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33. Posted by patandson35 on Sat, Dec 29, 2007, 10:23 am PST

These recipes all sound great, but I agree that the lowfat versions of sour cream, cheese, etc...does tastes watery and not much flavor...eat and and be merry during the holidays

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34. Posted by georgias6 on Sat, Dec 29, 2007, 10:29 am PST

I recently substituted low-fat cheddar for regular and could totally tell the difference. There are a thousand recipes that are better than trying to make an old standby into something it's not. One of my favorites: Make your own roasted red peppers and puree them with lowfat cottage cheese. Add a teaspoon of lemon juice, and serve with baked pita chips. Delicious! (Lemons and spices add a lot of flavor).

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35. Posted by CP Fortes on Sun, Dec 30, 2007, 6:44 am PST

I find that many of the FF products are pretty awful. Especially the sour cream and cream cheese. I's like someone mixed flour into a watered down version of the real thing. (like skim milk vs. whole. I hate skim milk.) Its grainy and kind of gluey. I have found, however, that most of the reduced fat things are pretty ok. 90% of the time I will buy RF sour cream. Can I tell the difference? Hell yes, but at least it's not gross. Those "faux" meat crumbles have an odd sqeakiness to them when chewed. Kind of like squeaky cheese curds. I'm ok with the meatless meat products as long as you don't pretend they are meat :) They're ok for what they are, but they certainly don't taste like meat. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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36. Posted by Lawrence on Thu, Jan 03, 2008, 1:20 am PST

It's not the fat content that is the problem if "healthy" fat (like avocados, bananas, olive oil, butter) is taken in moderation. Our bodies need a certain amount of fat. The problems arise when all the artificial stuff like sweeteners, margarines, preservatives etc are consumed and most "low fat" or "fat free" products contain such chemicals. The above recipe sounds good, however check the mayo for chemical content.

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37. Posted by Darlene on Fri, Jan 04, 2008, 11:21 am PST

I agree with many of the posts and disagree with others. For the ones that talk about "eating in moderation" do not know of what they speak!! Many American's do not have any idea of what an actual portion size is. After all isn't everything bigger and better in America. Puleez!! Telling a person who is a adict to food is like telling a person addited to alcohol, drugs or cigeretts to just quit. The only difference is you don't NEED the alcohol, drugs or cigeretts but we all need food. We as American's should stop being so judgemental of everyone and just say Wow, the recipies sound pretty good. I however wouldn't use (fill in the blank). I thank God I don't have to use (fill in the blank).

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38. Posted by Schizoid on Fri, Jan 04, 2008, 1:30 pm PST

If you substitute Total 0% greek yogurt then you can save even more fat and calories

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39. Posted by mayjaybon on Wed, Jan 09, 2008, 1:03 pm PST

I have really enjoyed the recipes

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40. Posted by abacobeachbum on Tue, Jan 15, 2008, 7:32 am PST

Look, these recipes are fine for people who aren't food connoisseurs. As for me, someone who has become a very good cook through experience, I say YUCK! I live to eat, not eat to live. Get off your duffs people and get some exercise! My eyes almost fell out of my head when I saw the Pea substitution in the Guac! If you put peas in it, then it's not Guac anymore, and mayo doesn't belong in it either. Fat free this and Soy that, and vegi supposed meat are no substitutes, and who's to say the ridiculous chemicals that they put in that crap isn't worse for your body then the original stuff? I've had supposedly the best available vegi burgers and they are disgusting! I also tried the substitute butter. No bueno! The key is moderation and exercise. I'm sorry, but you people who say that the substitutes are good must have no taste for good food and that's unfortunate. There's no way that any of these recipes taste the same as the real thing. I've tried them too many times and always end up disappointed.

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41. Posted by Mandie on Tue, Jan 15, 2008, 4:11 pm PST

Peas in Guacamole, yuck! And again I say yuck! Did someone forget to read that the fat in avacadoes is good for you? Those of you who can't tell the difference between regular fat and fat free, must have burned off your taste buds with a blow torch. Repeat after me, everything in moderation and nothing in excess.

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42. Posted by Mahmoud H on Thu, Jan 17, 2008, 2:30 pm PST

Good

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43. Posted by neeta_dang on Tue, Jan 22, 2008, 6:53 pm PST

I'm an Indian based in Kolkata. Can you quickly tell me what exactly are starters and dips within an hour? Do I go by their literal meanings. Dolly. Thanks.

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44. Posted by DONALD R on Fri, Jan 25, 2008, 1:53 pm PST

Eat in mod. and you will be ok,life is too short!

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45. Posted by Becky D on Mon, Jan 28, 2008, 2:25 am PST

hey all you ca people...............................how about togo's?

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46. Posted by Queen of Stroganoff on Mon, Jan 28, 2008, 8:53 am PST

Does anyone know why!!! the majority of the human population is overweight or obese? Take a look around at how many "buffets" there are to choose from. Your stomach is the size of your fist. If you over-eat it stretches therefore it takes more to fill it the next time. If everyone ate the correct portion sizes we wouldn't have so many overweight people. Our ancestors, for the most part, were not overweight. Let's learn some lessons!!!

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47. Posted by Queen of Stroganoff on Mon, Jan 28, 2008, 9:04 am PST

A continuation of the email above...I absolutely love guac! I am a 5'4", 40yr old female and weigh 108 lbs. I love to eat and eat anything I want and when I want it, but within MODERATION!!! Putting peas? in a guac is an absolute shame. Avacados are good for you and every BODY needs to have the right kind of fats in their body. Fat is good for your skin, hair, etc. If a person is conscious about being overweight then they need to stop filling their plates 2, 3, 4 times at a buffet and filling their grocery carts with junk food. I like a good piece of cake, creme brulee, sweet treat or chip just like the next person.. but not the WHOLE BAG!!! Come on America, wize up!

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48. Posted by old school on Mon, Jan 28, 2008, 11:51 am PST

Not one dip that anyone we know likes. Useless information.

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49. Posted by Adrienne on Tue, Jan 29, 2008, 3:30 pm PST

Since when did a recipe page become a battleground?! I usually make my guacamole with a little sour cream, habeneros or jalepenos, garlic and lemon or lime whatever I have on hand. (I don't use the fat free stuff when I cook, but the light stuff is pretty good!). Its pretty guilt-free because there isn't a lot of the other stuff in it and I don't use a lot of sour cream. Au Naturel!

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50. Posted by mmmgood on Tue, Jan 29, 2008, 7:29 pm PST

recipes sound great! cant wait 2 try. it helps to cut corners w fat free items when possible. not everyone can eat REAL FOOD without gaining REAL WEIGHT! keep the lower fat recipes comin.

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51. Posted by mmmgood on Tue, Jan 29, 2008, 7:53 pm PST

yummy yummy stuff. if u take a bite 2 many, take a walk 2 many. walk.. walk.. walk.. and not slow either! : )

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52. Posted by pec3_nyc on Thu, Jan 31, 2008, 12:31 am PST

Check out Carrillo's Fire-Roasted Salsa for a great, all-natural salsa. The stuff is very very good. Website is www.carrillosalsa.com. I tried the Roasted Habanero and the Salsa Verde (medium) as cooking sauces and also as a dip of course, and I'd highly recommend them.

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53. Posted by spiessoflife1981 on Thu, Jan 31, 2008, 12:49 pm PST

There is a BIG difference between good fats and bad fats....the fat in avocado is all good for you fat, not the kind that sticks to your thighs...So whomever compared avocado to a quarter pounder needs to take some nutrition courses

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54. Posted by okieqt on Sat, Feb 02, 2008, 6:08 pm PST

The only things you need for a healthy and delicious guacamole is avocados (mashed), salsa (stir it right in!) and a tiny sprinkle of salt (or you can leave this out.)

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55. Posted by j c on Sat, Feb 02, 2008, 7:23 pm PST

Well to the real food lover if you are a heart patient FF foods taste damn good and if you are worried about staying regular you can always eat prunes. I would rather eat FF than die of cardiac arrest. The average person will die within two minutes of cardiac arrest if they do not know what the warning signs are. Maybe Foodlover and Goo don't care but I do, a cardiac arrest survior!

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56. Posted by Prakash K on Mon, Feb 04, 2008, 11:19 pm PST

I am female of 27 years of age, married and and I am having 2 years baby. I want to increase my weight, at present my weight is only 37 kgs. Please give me suggestions to increase my weight. I am very tired if I do a little work.

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57. Posted by edwinpaprocki on Tue, Feb 05, 2008, 5:31 am PST

Luv trying different appetizers! Keep it up. EJP

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58. Posted by 1234566 on Tue, Feb 05, 2008, 6:51 am PST

A lot of reduced fat foods aren't bad such as sour cream, cream cheese and regular cheese. But, the fat-free is gross!!! No taste and expensive.

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59. Posted by Isabel S on Fri, Feb 08, 2008, 9:06 am PST

All looks good but just eat less and it will come out o.k.

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60. Posted by k2356 on Sat, Feb 09, 2008, 3:17 pm PST

great receipe s

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