Julie Bove wrote:
....
> My friend doesn't cook. She can make a few things like pot roast but would
> be totally lost without things like seasoning packets and she thinks stuff
> like Hamburger Helper are the way to go. I don't get it. If you want
> something *like* Hamburger Helper, it's easy enough to do from scratch. I
> just can't see the need for such things.

a long time ago i used them for a meal once in a while
but then i learned how to cook different cuisines and
haven't done any since.

comparing a boxed version of hamburger helper lasagna
and a real lasagna i don't see how anyone would prefer
the boxed version over the other, but i guess it could
happen...

however, thinking of seasoning packets, is that much
different than using a curry paste from a jar instead?
perhaps, but not much, vs. making your own from fresh
ground/roasted spices.

i'm making a Thai dish next week, i won't worry too
much about using a pre-made curry paste. i like it.


songbird