[Texasgirl123]

I am considering starting this program but I was wondering if the food is good. What are some of your favorites?

[Thefireresides]

Some foods are good, some are not bad. There are a few that I can not stand. A good bet is to try and find a coach that offers single packages, or lets you trade the remainder of your packages in if you find something you do not like.
I personally like the cream of leek soup, blended with cauliflower and broc.
I really like the pina colda drink and the pre made shakes and puddings.

My other half loves the omlette packages - where I do not like them.

I also use the oatmeal restricted to make meatballs and meatloaf.

If you get an intro package it should give you a good idea of what you like an don't like. I don't eat any of the bars, as I find it doesn't satisfy any sweet craving I do have, and just makes it worse.

Good Luck... It does work.

[Perpetualdiet]

I LOVE the chocolate pudding, chocolate drink (with SF caramel syrup, it is yum!), a lto fo the restricted products are great too. The vanilla and chocolate RTD are good and filling as well.

[Texasgirl123]

Is the soy patty mix good?

Is the plain cereal like a dry cereal?

[Momto2cs]

Yes, the food is good. Even the crispy cereal is interesting...like sweet rice crispies.

You will definitely find some you like and some you don't, but the diet works!

[Texasgirl123]

Has anyone tried the soy patty mix??

[blkbmr06]

Originally Posted by Texasgirl123

Has anyone tried the soy patty mix??

I have some, but haven't tried it yet. I was raised vegetarian, on soy products so I'm sure I'll find a way to "fix it" if it isn't good!

[Tab McButterson]

I've tried the soy patty several times in an attempt to make it edible, tex-mex style, italian style, etc.. It seems to always come out very dry and just unedible texture to me. But I'm also a professional chef so my taste is a bit "different".

[iowahawkeyemom]

I really like the cereal. At first I didn't but found out to add really cold water and a little extra. Then I sprinkle cinnamon all over it. Love it! I also like the puddings, oatmeal, all the bars and puffs. The RTD are awesome and so handy to have.

I wasn't a big fan of the yogurt or eggs and some of the soups.

I agree if you can buy items seperately it is better than buying a whole box. The bars are addictive and it is so hard to stop at one.

I think on most things if you add some additional seasoning they are better.

[iheartip]

I think the bars are AMAZING! My favorites are the lemon, cookies & cream, cran-granata and the new caramel crunch - YUM!

Also, I eat the crispy cereal from breakfast everyday. I find the longer I am on IP, the better the food tastes. The "milk" in the crispy cereal tastes just like real milk to me now.

This is an awesome diet. Good luck!!

[Texasgirl123]

Thank you! I am getting ready to place my order!!!

[Aacks]

I also use the oatmeal restricted to make meatballs and meatloaf.

I would love that recipe.
I currently use the oatmeal for zuccini muffins, they are the best.

Its hit or miss with me on the food. I love the Omelets, the choc shakes. I pretty much live off of that daily.

[iheartip]

Originally Posted by Aacks

I would love that recipe.
I currently use the oatmeal for zuccini muffins, they are the best.

Its hit or miss with me on the food. I love the Omelets, the choc shakes. I pretty much live off of that daily.

Oooh please share your zuccini muffin recipe! Sounds amazing!!!

[blkbmr06]

Originally Posted by Tab McButterson

I've tried the soy patty several times in an attempt to make it edible, tex-mex style, italian style, etc.. It seems to always come out very dry and just unedible texture to me. But I'm also a professional chef so my taste is a bit "different".

Tab, have you tried it with an egg white then "fried" like a burger patty? I know with most TVP, you have to let it sit and reconstitute for awhile or it stays pretty crunchy.

[Aacks]

Oooh please share your zuccini muffin recipe! Sounds amazing!!!

Okay, these are amazing! You will feel like you're cheating when you eat 12 mini muffins in one day. I made these last night then had to hide them from my son after he ate his 3rd one. We did a sampling this morning at a few weigh-in's and it was love at first bite.

Oatmeal Zucchini Muffins: For All Stages of the Ideal Diet Protocol

1 package of Ideal Protein Maple Oatmeal

1 egg – beaten

1/2 tsp baking powder

Pinch of salt

1 tsp of Stevia or Xylotol

1-1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/2-3/4 of small zucchini finely grated (squeeze out excess juice) 2-3 oz water

Beat the egg in a bowl. Add Maple Oatmeal, baking powder, salt, Stevia, cinnamon, and zucchini. Mix and gradually add water until you have a good batter. Spray muffin tin with organic cooking spray. Bake at 385°F. Makes 3 regular muffins or 12-bite size. Bake for about 7 minutes for mini muffins, 15-20 min for large.

These count as one restricted product and 1/2 cup of veggies. The egg can be counted as part of your "dinner protein serving", just have 2 oz less than you normally would