"songbird" > wrote in message
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> 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.

I have no clue about curry paste. Never bought it as we don't like curry.