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Wednesday, April 02, 2008

My New Addiction

Suzanne got me hooked on something this weekend when I visited her in NYC. No, I can pretty much guarantee that it's not what your thinking! Actually, it's probably the furthest thing from what you're thinking.

One of my challenges in trying to eat well, lose weight, be healthy, be the perfect mom and wife, and one day rule the world all the while being blissfully happy, is trying to find satisfying snacks. That's right, the perfect snack is the secret to guaranteed success and happiness! Seriously, it's hard to find a snack that is healthy and tastes good enough that I would actually choose it over a brownie or cookie. Even if I don't have either of those favorite items in my house, which according to the Big Giraffe has been particularly true the past 10 months, I still am thinking that I would rather be eating them than the banana or pear that I am eating. I think perhaps if someone did find this perfect combination, they really would be able to rule the world!

I know you're all waiting with baited breath to hear what this fabulous find is. Brace yourself. You should also brace yourself because this is about as close to a "recipe" as you'll probably ever read on this blog!

It's non-fat plain Greek style yogurt with a teaspoon or two of jam in it. Shocking right? Suzanne had mentioned in her other blog Live Active Cultures that she really likes Greek yogurt. I had also had Greek yogurt before and enjoyed it. However I had never had the plain non-fat yogurt before in the big vat. What's the difference?

The difference is the serving size. One serving size of the non-fat Greek yogurt is a full cup whereas the Stonyville yogurts, which are what I usually eat, are only 6 ounces. In terms of Weight Watchers points, you can have a full tablespoon of jam in your one cup serving (three teaspoons of jam equal one tablespoon. Don't be embarrassed, I didn't know it until a few years ago when I was at one of those dinner assembly places) and it's exactly the same number of points as the 6 oz Chocolate Underground yogurt. It also tastes amazing because, unlike regular yogurt, Greek yogurt is double strained so it's really thick like sour cream. Yes, even the non-fat yogurt. Between the larger quantity and the thicker consistency, it also makes me feel full, thus helping me to avoid a second round of potentially more savory but less healthy snacks.

A little weird fact about me (one of many!) is that I don't like yogurt with fruit skins in it. That pretty much eliminates most of the fruit yogurts for me. Good jam doesn't have the skins in it, at least not the kind I buy, so this yogurt and jam combo tastes like a fruit yogurt without the skin.

One last tip, don't use your kids PB&J jam or any other jam that congeals easily, because nothing will push you toward a brownie more quickly than a congealed yogurt mix. Personally, if the brownie is home baked or on my counter, this new yogurt is going to stay in the fridge, but the lure of the yogurt is strong enough to keep me from hitting the road for a late night bakery run. In lieu of that brownie, well it's a really great snack.

A. Elliot's Lesson Learned: Non-fat plain Greek style yogurt with a teaspoon or two of jam makes an excellent snack.

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posted by Alex Elliot @ 7:32 PM   11 comments
11 Comments:

  • At 4/02/2008 8:15 PM, Blogger jodifur said…

    I've heard good things about greek style yogurt but have not been able to find it.

     

  • At 4/02/2008 8:17 PM, Anonymous selfmademom said…

    I tried to get my mom to buy the Greek yogurt today at Trader Joe's today, but she didn't bite. I'm going to show her this post now!

     

  • At 4/02/2008 8:27 PM, Blogger Heather said…

    Hmmm. I wish I liked yogurt at all!

     

  • At 4/02/2008 8:33 PM, Blogger Alex Elliot said…

    I got mine at Trader Joe's because I knew they had it there. I have to check out the regular grocery store. I may have missed it because it's a 16 ounce container and I was looking for it in the 6 ounce container sections. Trader Joe's also has flavored individual serving Greek yogurts which taste good too and are around 6 ounces. I still prefer the plain with jam though.

     

  • At 4/02/2008 8:46 PM, Blogger Rima said…

    I love this suggestion! I am going to get some of that the next time I'm at Trader Joe's. My stomach is rumbling as I write this, but there's no greek style yogurt in the house, so it looks like a cookie for me again tonight . . .

     

  • At 4/02/2008 9:06 PM, Blogger Sally HP said…

    You can find Greek yogurt in most grocery stores, with the bigger tubs of yogurt. I always look at it and mull it over then go for the old stand-by Yoplait...no longer, my friend. I am so excited to try this yummy treat! (During the time I'm breastfeeding, I may even splurge on the full-fat variety!)

     

  • At 4/03/2008 6:36 AM, Blogger Wonderful World of Weiners said…

    Never had the stuff but might give it a try now!

    Thanks for the recommendation!!

    Hallie

     

  • At 4/03/2008 7:50 AM, OpenID cablegirl said…

    agreed! I love yogurt and jam.

    I also suggest cottage cheese and apple slices with rice crackers. mmmmmm Dip the apple in the cheese follow up closely by a bit of rice cracker.

     

  • At 4/03/2008 4:09 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Being a mommy-to-be (5 weeks or so) there are so many questions and doubts about being a parent. There's such a large amount of online support is awesome! My favorite right now is www.ourbabysteps.com because it is not only focused on moms but also on dads so you get two different perspectives. My husband loves this site as well!

     

  • At 4/03/2008 9:36 PM, Blogger painted maypole said…

    now i'm hungry. ;)

    and yes, you probably have guessed my university. Go Wildcats!

     

  • At 4/03/2008 11:22 PM, Blogger Suzanne said…

    If I am reading your blog correctly, I am well on my way to ruling the world! Hurray!

    I just bought a tub of Fage at the grocery store tonight. I can't wait to eat it. I'm so glad that you are enjoying my yogurt "recipe" and passed on the good word!

     
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