PSA: Low-fat cheese lacks taste

[InflatableBuddha]

I bought some low-fat cheddar cheese at the grocery store last weekend, since I am trying to have a healthier diet.

I shredded some up for burritos tonight, and I'm not too impressed. Notwithstanding the rubbery texture, it tastes remarkably similar to the orange-coloured eraser it is while it visually masquerades as a normal, healthy-looking dairy choice.

Do yourself a favour, and go with the regular stuff. You're better off cutting fat in other foods.

4/10

 

[Jschmuck2]

QFT

 

[thepd7]

Originally posted by: Jschmuck2
QFT

^2

 

[Mikey]

Originally posted by: thepd7

Originally posted by: Jschmuck2
QFT

^2

^n

 

[thepd7]

Originally posted by: Mikey

Originally posted by: thepd7

Originally posted by: Jschmuck2
QFT

^2

^n

Are you going to define n? n-> oo maybe?

 

[EGGO]

Time for plan B, which is what you should've been doing: Eat what you want, but be sensible about it.

 

[theeedude]

Yep, just eat less of the real deal. Lite cheese just doesn't cut it.
Cheese is an indulgence if you are on a diet, so treat yourself to some good stuff, but not too often.

 

[Auric]

Cheddar is relatively solid avec fat and prone to awful variance anyway as it is the "go to" cheese of the hoi polloi (ergo, price pressure prevails against quality). So the experience with low-fat is no surprise. Softer cheeses in light varities can be relatively palatable. But I agree, it does not make sense given it is more of a luxury food than a staple and so should be enjoy'd at its best in small amounts.

 

[Chronoshock]

Fat free mozzarella is a crime against humanity.

 

[SynthDude2001]

I've eaten fat-free cheddar and mozzarella before, I didn't think they were that bad (less than half the calories of regular is pretty significant IMO).

However, I seem to have become lactose intolerant sometime within the past 6-12 months, so I avoid the stuff entirely now (fat-free or otherwise).

 

[DangerAardvark]

Isn't cheese like 90% fat?

 

[Aikouka]

I've actually been buying low-fat cheese lately and I can tell you that you have to try multiple brands. I've found that Kraft doesn't taste good at all, but Borden doesn't taste bad. Note that I'm using American not Cheddar. You could just go with 2% cheese though?

 

[darkswordsman17]

Originally posted by: SynthDude2001
I've eaten fat-free cheddar and mozzarella before, I didn't think they were that bad (less than half the calories of regular is pretty significant IMO).

However, I seem to have become lactose intolerant sometime within the past 6-12 months, so I avoid the stuff entirely now (fat-free or otherwise).

Yeah, I've gotten used to fat free (in the singles and shredded). It doesn't taste bad to me, and its actually a good way to get protein without a lot of fat and calories.

I would say the worst part about the fat free stuff is that it doesn't melt well.

Personally, if you want good cheese you shouldn't be bothering with anything that comes in packages, but should check out the real deli section. I really don't find going to fat free to be that much worse than the over-processed cheese that most people are used to, but that's me.

 

[PottedMeat]

Originally posted by: Chronoshock
Fat free mozzarella is a crime against humanity.

Yes. Yes it is. Just like Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese.

Whole Milk Mozzarella FTW!!!

 

[Gibson486]

ever try gluten free bread at trader joes?

 

[davestar]

i'd rather be fully-satisfied once in a while than partially-satisfied all the time. eat less properly-prepared food and ditch low-fat options.

 

[iamwiz82]

Originally posted by: Gibson486
ever try gluten free bread at trader joes?

I have heard that gluten-free beer is even worse.

 

[InflatableBuddha]

Originally posted by: Aikouka
I've actually been buying low-fat cheese lately and I can tell you that you have to try multiple brands. I've found that Kraft doesn't taste good at all, but Borden doesn't taste bad. Note that I'm using American not Cheddar. You could just go with 2% cheese though?

I've found that the "no name" brands actually taste better than Kraft, and they cost half as much, so that's been my go-to. I'm pretty sure I've been getting the 2%.

 

[Anubis]

90% of all low fat food tastes like crap

 

[InflatableBuddha]

Originally posted by: EGGO
Time for plan B, which is what you should've been doing: Eat what you want, but be sensible about it.

I guess I should clarify here...I'm not on a diet. I meant "diet" in terms of my total food intake, not in terms of a low-fat or Atkins diet designed to lose fat, carbs, etc. I eat like a horse, but I choose healthy options almost always (veggies, less meat, lower fat) and I work out 6 times a week, so I'm not in any danger of gaining weight.

Originally posted by: senseamp
Yep, just eat less of the real deal. Lite cheese just doesn't cut it.
Cheese is an indulgence if you are on a diet, so treat yourself to some good stuff, but not too often.

Yep...I only have cheese a couple times a week, and I do have various types - feta, mozzarella, from time to time. I just thought I would give the low fat a try and see how it tastes. I switched to skim milk no problem and I figured this might be similar - not at all.

 

[markgm]

I just found out I'm putting on 440 calories of cheese on my salad everyday. Oh well.

 

[AbAbber2k]

Originally posted by: Anubis
99% of all low fat food and diet anything tastes like crap

Fixed.

 

[Anubis]

Originally posted by: AbAbber2k

Originally posted by: Anubis
99% of all low fat food and diet anything tastes like crap

Fixed.

eh i grew up drinking Caffeen free Diet Coke, i prefer it to normal coke

 

[Auric]

Originally posted by: darkswordsman17

Yeah, I've gotten used to fat free (in the singles and shredded). It doesn't taste bad to me, and its actually a good way to get protein without a lot of fat and calories.

I would say the worst part about the fat free stuff is that it doesn't melt well.

Personally, if you want good cheese you shouldn't be bothering with anything that comes in packages, but should check out the real deli section. I really don't find going to fat free to be that much worse than the over-processed cheese that most people are used to, but that's me.

Wow, what a rollercoaster post. I was ready to admonish you for even considering getting "singles" and "shredded" mock or low-grade cheese by multinational conglomerates like Kraft as mentioned by InflatableBuddha. But then you redeemed yourself. Yeah, the local dairy brands or just cheese company brands are bound to be better. I echo the recommendation to check out the selection in the deli area rather than the dairy area where the Kraft krap usually resides.

My go to cheeses are Havarti and Feta (make Greek salad fairly often). Monterey Jack jalepeno is good for burritos (likewise Havarti jalepeno). Gruyere is good for alfredo pasta sauce (mit cream, butter, garlic, and parsley).

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p.s. the alfredo is obviously not only not low-fat but is uber fat so not for the weak of heart (nor lactose intolerant). Fatties need not apply

 

[FoBoT]

i eat "real" cheese or skip it completely