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Old 05-31-2007, 11:18 AM
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Does anyone like to use the frozen dinners like stoffers lazagna or the chicken enchiladas? I have looked at them from time to time but I am not sure if it would just be taster to make them myself. I am sure that they are time savers but do they taste good.
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Old 05-31-2007, 12:40 PM
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A friend of mine served Stouffers lasagna to a bunch of us for lunch one day. I don't think I will ever eat it again - maybe it is because I am so spoiled by homemade - I don't know. I prefer to make extra for myself and freeze a separate lasagna for a rainy day. I've tasted their mac and cheese as well - I'll stick to homemade. I am not a fan of the boxed varieties either - too much MSG!

It's all a matter of taste. You may enjoy them very much. I have friends that really like it. I did try frozen enchiladas once (can't remember the name) - sorry - but first bite was spit out and they went into the trash.
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I think I am spoiled as well. I don't even eat frozen lunches like Lean Cuisine or anything. I think I will stick to the fresh and homemade.
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to be honest with you - it is so much healthier and you aren't getting all the preservatives, BHT, MSG, etc.
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I do not like the Stouffer's lasagna. It is nothing like what I make, but so much easier..If it's on sale, and I have a coupon, I will purchase it, but that's about it.
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If I want lasagna or enchiladas or whatnot, I'd much rather make them at home. For times that I know i'm going to be busy and not have time to make them for dinner, I'll make up big batches and freeze a few. Like Mama said, they're healthier, and they taste better.
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I do eat Lean Cuisines from time to time. When I take the time to pack my lunch, it's great but I don't always do that and they are a handy solution, although I don't want to eat them every day.

They're also not cheap but I only buy them on sale. I get a few of them and then grab one on the days that I don't have time to make a sandwich or other homemade lunch. I prefer not to eat out at lunch; too expensive and usually too heavy of a meal as well.
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I like the lasagna but don't eat it because of the sodium. I like to make my own enchiladas as my (Mexican Ex-mother - in law) tought me her mom's recipe for enchiladas. they are nummy. And my entire family loves them so I always make my own. If you would like the recipe let me know I would be happy to share.
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