P4 question

[BigBravesGirl]

if you were going to add back pasta in P4, would you use Dreamfields or whole wheat pasta? Or regular pasta? Why?

I don't want to use a lot of "products" when I move to P4. I want to eat as many natural foods as I can. Just wondering which you'd prefer if you were choosing to have pasta.

Thx

[shelbyla]

I'd use Dreamfields or a rice pasta. I can't stand whole wheat pasta. However you have it, cook it al dente--much less glycemic that way.

[julieboolie]

I'm too sensitive to carbs to enjoy regular pasta anymore. Dreamfields is a nice indulgence from time to time. Homemade mac-n-cheese is what I go for .

If you're not as sensitive to carbs, I'd just really keep an eye on the portion. It adds up quickly. Enjoy!!

[miamiloca]

I would do Dreamfields! It's delish! Regular pasta, maybe if i had no other choice like if out @ a restaurant or someone else cooked the meal and was serving it to you. But if im cooking it, it's gonna be Dreamfields! (cooked aldente to make sure those carbs stay indigestible!)

[C'Marie]

I have tried the various miracle noodles and the one that has the most "pasta-esque" texture is the one that is part soy - it has both the miracle noodle ingredient and some soy. I think I may stick with that except if I'm out. And then only half a serving if I am out. Pasta (wheat) sets me off now and it's not a good thing

Spaghetti Squash is also very good. A little sauce, a few meatballs, and some cheese, and I never really miss the pasta!

[KelliC]

Originally Posted by C'Marie

I have tried the various miracle noodles and the one that has the most "pasta-esque" texture is the one that is part soy - it has both the miracle noodle ingredient and some soy.

I had trouble with the texture of miracle noodles, I could eat it in spaghetti but it took some effort:blush: Is the one that is part soy, more pasta like in texture?

[emel]

I'd do whole wheat first choice, dreamfields second choice. I would not have a big plate of noodles. I would have a small serving of pasta as a side dish with a protein and a salad.

[KelliC]

I'd heard a lot about Dreamfields both good and bad--anyone have experience with it they'd like to share?

Originally Posted by emel

I'd do whole wheat first choice, dreamfields second choice. I would not have a big plate of noodles. I would have a small serving of pasta as a side dish with a protein and a salad.

Would you choose whole wheat first because it's healthier than dreamfields?

[BigBravesGirl]

Yes, the pasta will be a side dish. I don't want to get back into my old habits where I'd eat an entire plateful of spaghetti or alfredo and then have seconds. Just as a side dish from now on.

Thanks for the opinions, y'all.

[emel]

Originally Posted by KelliC

I'd heard a lot about Dreamfields both good and bad--anyone have experience with it they'd like to share?



Would you choose whole wheat first because it's healthier than dreamfields?

I suspect that the dreamfields may not do all that it alleges it does regarding making its carbs unavailable.

With whole wheat, I'm getting more fiber than the regular noodles have. I like them, and I know they help me with portion size, due to the fiber and also due to the fact that my weird brain sees the more complete grain product on my plate and remembers to eat moderately.

[catkin]

Neither. Too scary.

[C'Marie]

Originally Posted by KelliC

I had trouble with the texture of miracle noodles, I could eat it in spaghetti but it took some effort:blush: Is the one that is part soy, more pasta like in texture?

My DH and I did a full-on taste test. At one meal, I did 2 different kinds of miracle noodles, another one with part miracle (konjac)/soy (I think the calories were 20 per serving instead of zero), some kelp noodles, and spaghetti squash. I made a basic tomato sauce, and used parmesan cheese. No meat, I wanted to observe how the sauce and the noodles were together.

Our favorite was the part soy - yes, it was the most like regular pasta - but remember, no starch means the sauce doesn't "stick" to it quite the same - but it's a reasonable facsimile.

Our 2nd favorite was the spaghetti squash, believe it or not.

The 2 kinds of miracle noodles (no calorie) were about equal in taste, texture, and presentation. They were ok. I think I like them best when I put them in my blender and buzz them a bit to make them "rice" sized - then add sauce or chili or put them in soup. They do alright but do not make me think I'm eating pasta.

The kelp noodles were fun! But no good for pasta. I think I would really like them in a cold pasta-type salad, they're crunchy actually and an interesting texture. Think olives, cheese, olive oil (obviously P3) chicken, sausage, or ham, etc. and these would do the trick.

There's my review! My DH who isn't a foodie or a health-food kinda guy at all (really likes meat and potatos LOL) had the same opinions I had. He said he'd happily eat either the soy/miracle blend, or the spaghetti squash anytime. If I made like a chili/hamburger/tomato and used the miracle noodles like I said, pulsed in the blender to make like "rice" I'm sure he'd eat that too.

[catkin]

Originally Posted by C'Marie

My DH and I did a full-on taste test. At one meal, I did 2 different kinds of miracle noodles, another one with part miracle (konjac)/soy (I think the calories were 20 per serving instead of zero), some kelp noodles, and spaghetti squash. I made a basic tomato sauce, and used parmesan cheese. No meat, I wanted to observe how the sauce and the noodles were together.

Our favorite was the part soy - yes, it was the most like regular pasta - but remember, no starch means the sauce doesn't "stick" to it quite the same - but it's a reasonable facsimile.

Our 2nd favorite was the spaghetti squash, believe it or not.

The 2 kinds of miracle noodles (no calorie) were about equal in taste, texture, and presentation. They were ok. I think I like them best when I put them in my blender and buzz them a bit to make them "rice" sized - then add sauce or chili or put them in soup. They do alright but do not make me think I'm eating pasta.

The kelp noodles were fun! But no good for pasta. I think I would really like them in a cold pasta-type salad, they're crunchy actually and an interesting texture. Think olives, cheese, olive oil (obviously P3) chicken, sausage, or ham, etc. and these would do the trick.

There's my review! My DH who isn't a foodie or a health-food kinda guy at all (really likes meat and potatos LOL) had the same opinions I had. He said he'd happily eat either the soy/miracle blend, or the spaghetti squash anytime. If I made like a chili/hamburger/tomato and used the miracle noodles like I said, pulsed in the blender to make like "rice" I'm sure he'd eat that too.

Marie, where do you find the kelp noodles? They sound very intriguing and healthy

[shelbyla]

I'm going to throw one more pasta into the mix here...Fiber Gourmet. This pasta has 20g of fiber per serving and just over half the calories of regular pasta. The noodles have more of a normal pasta texture (similar to Dreamfields) than either whole wheat pasta or the Miracle Noodles. they also have about the same protein content of "high protein" pasta or quinoa pasta. Also, because of the fiber, they make you VERY full and it's almost impossible to overeat them. There is the great side effect of helping Bernice out too. They are available over the internet (just google) or in some high end retail outlets on the east coast. Macronutrients contents are as follows...

2oz serving (uncooked)
Calories - 130 (regular pasta, 210)
Fat - 1g
Sodium - 120mg
Carbs (total) - 42
Fiber - 20
Sugars - 2
Protein - 7

[KelliC]

Thanks! I'm going to try the Miracle/Soy and the Fiber Gormet. We had been eating whole wheat pasta for years so my family is used to not having quite the white pasta experience but I'm pretty sure that I need to try something a bit better for my daughter and myself--hubby is picky so hopefully he won't notice :P

[BigBravesGirl]

Originally Posted by shelbyla

I'm going to throw one more pasta into the mix here...Fiber Gourmet. This pasta has 20g of fiber per serving and just over half the calories of regular pasta. The noodles have more of a normal pasta texture (similar to Dreamfields) than either whole wheat pasta or the Miracle Noodles. they also have about the same protein content of "high protein" pasta or quinoa pasta. Also, because of the fiber, they make you VERY full and it's almost impossible to overeat them. There is the great side effect of helping Bernice out too. They are available over the internet (just google) or in some high end retail outlets on the east coast. Macronutrients contents are as follows...

2oz serving (uncooked)
Calories - 130 (regular pasta, 210)
Fat - 1g
Sodium - 120mg
Carbs (total) - 42
Fiber - 20
Sugars - 2
Protein - 7

I'm gonna have to google. Thanks!

[Zenngrl]

I really really have to put in a vote for Barilla Plus. Even though wheat sometimes causes issues for me, I can honestly say that this brand, that is mixed with fiber and other sources of protein somehow doesn't cause issues with me. Dreamfields causes gas and tummy pain for me and my hubby cannot eat it either, his reaction is triple what mine is! I have some corn and quinoa pasta, but haven't tried it yet.

[BigBravesGirl]

Great pic, Zenn!!

[Zenngrl]

Originally Posted by BigBravesGirl

Great pic, Zenn!!

thanks, it's from last May actually when my little brother graduated high school. I need to take a new picture...my hair isn't as long as this, but is longer than the other pic with my short hair...

[BigBravesGirl]

You look so happy there.

[Zenngrl]

Originally Posted by BigBravesGirl

You look so happy there.

I was! I was home with my family! I cannot wait to be back home in October! It was a long three years down here in Florida!

[BigBravesGirl]

Has it really been three years? I remember when you were gearing up to move. I do know one thing: there's no place like home.

[Zenngrl]

Originally Posted by BigBravesGirl

Has it really been three years? I remember when you were gearing up to move. I do know one thing: there's no place like home.

Time goes fast down here! We'll be up your way again around Labor Day weekend! Love ATL!

[C'Marie]

Originally Posted by catkin

Marie, where do you find the kelp noodles? They sound very intriguing and healthy

I found them at Whole Foods.

[averyjenn]

Originally Posted by julieboolie

I'm too sensitive to carbs to enjoy regular pasta anymore. Dreamfields is a nice indulgence from time to time. Homemade mac-n-cheese is what I go for .

If you're not as sensitive to carbs, I'd just really keep an eye on the portion. It adds up quickly. Enjoy!!

*sits with Julie and nods head vigorously*

Originally Posted by emel

I'd do whole wheat first choice, dreamfields second choice. I would not have a big plate of noodles. I would have a small serving of pasta as a side dish with a protein and a salad.

If I could have carbs - this!

Originally Posted by catkin

Neither. Too scary.

That's more like it!