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    Calorie Bargains:

    Ever since we began dating, Mrs. D has used the phrase "not worth the calories" to describe foods that, to her, aren't satisfying enough to justify the caloric intake. At some point, I began referring to these as "calorie rip-offs," which lead to the term "calorie bargain" in reference to things which are much more delicious/satisfying than the total calories/fat would lead you to believe.

    Accordingly, I dedicate this thread to the listing of foodstuffs which constitute a calorie bargain. Last night, I was introduced to Kraft Roasted Red Pepper Italian Dressing. It is not a "light" dressing, but is just as healthy as one, as it is water based instead of oil-based. Also, it is delicious, and full of flavor. Compare the nutritional info to Kraft's House Italian:

    Roasted Red Pepper Italian


    Calories 35
    Calories from Fat 20
    Total Fat 2g (3%)
    Saturated Fat 0g

    Kraft House Italian

    Calories 130
    Calories from Fat 110
    Total Fat 13g (20%)
    Saturated Fat 1.5g

    Nearly 1/4th the calories, and 1/6th the fat. And did I mention it tastes great?

    What are some of your favorite calorie bargains?
    Last edited by Donuthole; 05-27-2009, 10:21 AM.
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    420 calories for a 6 oz. serving and nearly an entire day's worth of protein. I'll take it.

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    • #3
      Originally posted by Donuthole View Post
      Ever since we began dating, Mrs. D has used the phrase "not worth the calories" to describe foods that, to her, aren't satisfying enough to justify the caloric intake. At some point, I began referring to these as "calorie rip-offs," which lead to the term "calorie bargain" in reference to things which are much more delicious/satisfying than the total calories/fat would lead you to believe.

      Accordingly, I dedicate this thread to the listing of foodstuffs which constitute a calorie bargain. Last night, I was introduced to Kraft Roasted Red Pepper Italian Dressing. It is not a "light" dressing, but is just as healthy as one, as it is water based instead of oil-based. Also, it is delicious, and full of flavor. Compare the nutritional info to Kraft's House Italian:

      Roasted Red Pepper Italian


      Calories 35
      Calories from Fat 20
      Total Fat 2g (3%)
      Saturated Fat 0g

      Kraft House Italian

      Calories 130
      Calories from Fat 110
      Total Fat 13g (20%)
      Saturated Fat 1.5g

      Nearly 1/4th the calories, and 1/6th the fat. And did I mention it tastes great?

      What are some of your favorite calorie bargains?

      Fresh strawberries--less than 50 for a cup. Compare to a banana that is 135 for the same amount.
      What's to explain? It's a bunch of people, most of whom you've never met, who are just as likely to be homicidal maniacs as they are to be normal everyday people, with whom you share the minutiae of your everyday life. It's totally normal, and everyone would understand.
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      • #4
        Originally posted by cowboy View Post
        420 calories for a 6 oz. serving and nearly an entire day's worth of protein. I'll take it.

        You are shameless. And I love it. But who can stop at 6 oz.?
        Prepare to put mustard on those words, for you will soon be consuming them, along with this slice of humble pie that comes direct from the oven of shame set at gas mark “egg on your face”! -- Moss

        There's three rules that I live by: never get less than twelve hours sleep; never play cards with a guy who's got the same first name as a city; and never go near a lady's got a tattoo of a dagger on her body. Now you stick to that, everything else is cream cheese. --Coach Finstock

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        • #5
          Originally posted by Donuthole View Post
          You are shameless. And I love it. But who can stop at 6 oz.?
          Four is adequate for me. (Sorry, cowboy, I try to make up for it in frequency.)

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          • #6
            Originally posted by beelzebabette View Post
            Four is adequate for me. (Sorry, cowboy, I try to make up for it in frequency.)
            The double entendre, whether intentional or otherwise, is just awesome.
            Prepare to put mustard on those words, for you will soon be consuming them, along with this slice of humble pie that comes direct from the oven of shame set at gas mark “egg on your face”! -- Moss

            There's three rules that I live by: never get less than twelve hours sleep; never play cards with a guy who's got the same first name as a city; and never go near a lady's got a tattoo of a dagger on her body. Now you stick to that, everything else is cream cheese. --Coach Finstock

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            • #7
              10 sprays=10 calories. This balsamic spritzer is my favorite dressing.




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              • #8
                Originally posted by Donuthole View Post
                The double entendre, whether intentional or otherwise, is just awesome.
                Who? Me?

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                • #9
                  I will refer you to the caprese salad recipe I posted yesterday. If you are light on the olive oil (and I am), the total calorie number is in the 80-90 range. Most of that is from the mozzarella.

                  Also on the list:

                  Beef Jerky (not mass commercially produced stuff; the real homemade deal. I found some great locally produced jerky in Utah).

                  Tabasco sauce.

                  Balsamic Vinegar of any kind.
                  Awesomeness now has a name. Let me introduce myself.

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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by Surfah View Post
                    10 sprays=10 calories. This balsamic spritzer is my favorite dressing.




                    http://www.wish-bone.com/Dressings/1...naigrette.aspx
                    Wait, 10 calories and 1g of fat? So, it's pretty much 100% fat?
                    What's to explain? It's a bunch of people, most of whom you've never met, who are just as likely to be homicidal maniacs as they are to be normal everyday people, with whom you share the minutiae of your everyday life. It's totally normal, and everyone would understand.
                    -Teenage Dirtbag

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                    • #11
                      Just try it once. One beer or one cigarette or one porno movie won't hurt. - Dallin H. Oaks

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by nikuman View Post
                        I will refer you to the caprese salad recipe I posted yesterday. If you are light on the olive oil (and I am), the total calorie number is in the 80-90 range. Most of that is from the mozzarella.

                        Also on the list:

                        Beef Jerky (not mass commercially produced stuff; the real homemade deal. I found some great locally produced jerky in Utah).

                        Tabasco sauce.

                        Balsamic Vinegar of any kind.
                        This is definitely a calorie, and particular carb, bargain. Problem is, it is a HUGE sodium rip off. Makes it hard for those of us who incline towards high blood pressure.

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                        • #13
                          Originally posted by UtahDan View Post
                          This is definitely a calorie, and particular carb, bargain. Problem is, it is a HUGE sodium rip off. Makes it hard for those of us who incline towards high blood pressure.
                          True enough. I thank the intersection of my religion and my ancestors at this point, who were raging alcoholics with fantastic heart health.
                          Awesomeness now has a name. Let me introduce myself.

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                          • #14
                            Cowboy saved (or ruined depending on your perspective) this thread from taking the 2009 gayest thread CUFie away from HFN

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                            • #15
                              I'd like to add V8 (preferably spicy hot V8) to the list. 70 calories per 12 ounces. OJ has about 150 per 12 oz.
                              Prepare to put mustard on those words, for you will soon be consuming them, along with this slice of humble pie that comes direct from the oven of shame set at gas mark “egg on your face”! -- Moss

                              There's three rules that I live by: never get less than twelve hours sleep; never play cards with a guy who's got the same first name as a city; and never go near a lady's got a tattoo of a dagger on her body. Now you stick to that, everything else is cream cheese. --Coach Finstock

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