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hollyla9905
hollyla9905 Posts: 508
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Suggestion time lay it out there... (Sparked by my interest in "are sweet potatoes really better for you"

This is for example - Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for dips

....... And go.....

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  • Dlr1975
    Dlr1975 Posts: 10 Member
    Spaghetti Squash instead of noodles!
  • Ignaura
    Ignaura Posts: 203 Member
    oven baked sweet potato fries instead of french fries
  • PaulaKro
    PaulaKro Posts: 5,777 Member
    Proteins (protein shakes, quest bars, turkey jerky, etc.) instead of processed sugars (cakes, candies, milkshakes, etc.).

    And quinoa as hot cereal instead of oatmeal.
  • leannabseven
    leannabseven Posts: 395 Member
    Natural sweeteners like honey and agave nectar instead of processed white sugar or artificial sweeteners.
  • hollyla9905
    hollyla9905 Posts: 508
    Dwnly: I tried that once and failed my kids just looked at me like I was crazy! I do want to try again though :)
    Ignaura: I do intend to try sweet potato fries at home... It's on my next shopping list
    Paula: I agree on the protein and quinoa? I have had a bag sitting on my shelf for months I'm scared to open it! Though Dan also gave me a hint too
    LeAnna: what is this agave nectar?
  • p1xyn1xy
    p1xyn1xy Posts: 461 Member
    Actually I love spaghetti squash... but I just can't sell it as a sub for pasta. lol!
    hmm..
    Rice crackers for potato chips.
    Hummus to replace chip dip.
    (My kids love these but my husband isn't sold! :laugh: !)
    I once made a lasagna casserole using mashed cauliflower instead on noodles it was really good.

    Dan, were you the one who made a Quinoa...mac and cheese? I can't remember and I would love that recipe.
  • dward59
    dward59 Posts: 731 Member
    Not I, but a quick search on the site found:


    http://www.salmonatseven.com/2012/07/11/quinoa-mac-and-cheese/
  • PaulaKro
    PaulaKro Posts: 5,777 Member
    applesauce instead of something (oils, I think, but maybe sugar?) in cake mixes.
  • emmerin78
    emmerin78 Posts: 311 Member
    applesauce instead of something (oils, I think, but maybe sugar?) in cake mixes.

    You're right, it's applesauce instead of oil - and it works well in most baked goods :)

    One thing we've been doing lately is frozen pieces of high water content fruits (watermelon, pineapple, canteloupe, peeled clementine/tangerine slices) instead of processed ice pops or ice cream bars. It's great to be able to have something sweet that doesn't break the calorie/sugar bank.
  • leannabseven
    leannabseven Posts: 395 Member
    Holly, agave nectar is a natural sweetener from the agave plant. Our grocery stores here in Arizona carry it in the sugar aisle.

    And quinoa is really good. I like the red quinoa because I think it has a nuttier flavor. I have a fiend who makes a fantastic cold quinoa salad with ginger, mandarin oranges, cashews and lots of other goodies.
  • Ignaura
    Ignaura Posts: 203 Member
    And greek yogurt instead of mayo to make chicken salad. Yum yum yum!
  • hollyla9905
    hollyla9905 Posts: 508
    Greek yogurt has been being worked into my fridge!

    Applesauce also binds so you can use it to replace eggs and it's sweet so you can use it to lower extra sugar! I make applesauce muffins that is amazing (and I make the applesauce too so I control it all)

    I am actually looking forward to my shopping trip on Saturday! Love all the yummy suggestions
  • m23prime
    m23prime Posts: 358 Member
    Drink WATER not pop!
  • just_jess7
    just_jess7 Posts: 271 Member
    Drink WATER not pop!

    QFT!
  • hollyla9905
    hollyla9905 Posts: 508
    Drink WATER not pop!

    QFT!

    Okay I had to look up QFT

    Yes with lemons apparently for a chunky good drink
  • Ignaura
    Ignaura Posts: 203 Member
    Drink WATER not pop!

    QFT!

    Okay I had to look up QFT

    I had to look it up too lol

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