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Old 06-04-2008, 02:15 AM
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Today I came upon a couple of treats that could easily torpedo a low-carb diet. Many people following a low-carb diet would grab these and throw them down without even thinking about it. I know it’s true because I’ve done it myself.The photo at the top of this post is of a small [...]

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great reminder to READ those labels! always check the serving size, man...
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yep. I've known for quite some time that *those kind* of snacks are LETHAL for me! LOL!
And, boy, do I love a good trail mix. sigh.

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well, it's not exactly trail mix, but i just tried this recipe this weekend...
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i really loved it! gonna get some more stuff to make it again. it would also be a really good recipe to take to parties or functions with carb-eaters, i thought.
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p.s. do you like the cat tea towel in the pic, shell? i thought of you when i took the photo....
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Yes!!! I love cat anythings....LOL! Purrrrfect pic!!!

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Dixie, I haven't heard the word "tea towel" very often. That brings back fond memories of my dear late grandmother. She and I were close and many times I've heard her refer to her "tea towels" which were her pretty ones. Your kitten one is cute and Maggie's snack mix is great, I've made it!
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Mom always called 'em Tea Towels. Didn't know the snack mix was Maggie's; I can put her as the author now.
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The title gives a hint ...

I served this to Andrea when she came upstate to visit.
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what REALLY should have clued me in is the line "twice the size of the loathesome cereal upon which this is based." ha!
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Yeah, maybe that too.
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