WHAT: Tasteful Selections Take & Shake Potatoes
STATS: One container (5.2 ounces) of the Black Pepper, Rosemary & Thyme flavor contains 130 calories and zero fat, 27 carbohydrate, 3 fiber, 3 sugar and 2 protein grams. We ordered them via Grocery Pickup at Wal-Mart, 700 Bowman Road, Little Rock. Visit tastefulselections.com.
THE SKINNY: Here's a side for your Shake 'N Bake: Take & Shake.
Take & Shake potatoes are individual cups of fresh petite potatoes (about nine bite-size spuds per package) that can be microwaved for three minutes and then sprinkled with seasonings. In theory. In my experience, the powdered seasonings stick more to the container than the potatoes. Flavors of these portioned-for-one sides are Black Pepper Rosemary & Thyme, Chili Lime, Cheddar Cheese and Chipotle BBQ.
Only Tasteful Selections seems to think they're more a snack than a side: "Take & Shake cups are snack-sized treats, made to satisfy cravings and provide healthier grab-and-go options," according to its website.
Who would ever think of eating potatoes as a snack? At least ones that aren't sliced, salted and deep-fried?
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ActiveStyle on 05/29/2017