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<br>Hungry Girl Today: 01.19.07
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<br>GIRLS BITE OUT
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<br>We've bitten, blended, melted and mixed pretty much every guilt-free 
<br>cheese out there -- and now we're blabbing about four of 'em...  
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<br>Soy Cheese Shreds and Slices - Galaxy's Veggie Brand
<br>(1/4 cup shreds: 60 - 70 calories, 4 - 4.5g fat, 260 - 280mg sodium, <1 - 1g 
<br>carbs, 0g fiber, 0g sugars, 5g protein = 1 - 2 Points)
<br>(1 slice: 35 - 40 calories, 2 - 2.5g fat, 190 - 220mg sodium, <1 - 1g carbs, 
<br>0g fiber, 0g sugars, 3g protein = 1 Point)
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<br>The 411: These soy-based cheeses have slightly more calories and fat than 
<br>fat-free cheeses, but we decided they were worth a chew. They come in tons 
<br>of varieties, and are surprisingly easy to find in the produce aisle of most 
<br>grocery stores. 
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<br>The Verdict: Eaten alone, you'll probably notice a slightly different taste than 
<br>traditional dairy. But on sandwiches and in recipes, they have a rich cheesy 
<br>taste that would fool diehard cheese-lovers. The shreds definitely melt better 
<br>than regular fat-free cheese, probably due to those extra few fat grams. We 
<br>especially love the 60-calorie-per-serving Cheddar & Pepper Jack Blend. And 
<br>we're super-impressed with the Smoked Provolone Slices (1 slice: 35 
<br>calories, 2g fat = 1 Point). This smokey slice is one of the lowest in calories 
<br>and is definitely a rare flavor find for a light cheese. We also love the 
<br>Swiss 'cuz it tastes soooo goooood. Mmmmmm!
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<br>HG Honors: Most Sandwich-Friendly. Make guilt-free melts, burritos and more 
<br>with it.
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<br>Fat-Free Shreds & Slices - Kraft Fat Free
<br>(1 oz. shreds: 45 calories, 0g fat, 280 - 340mg sodium, 2g carbs, 0 - 1g 
<br>fiber, 0g sugars, 8 - 9g protein = 1 Point)
<br>(1 slice: 30 calories, 0g fat, 250 - 280mg sodium, 2g carbs, 0g fiber, 1g 
<br>sugars, 4 - 5g protein = 1 Point)
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<br>The 411: Kraft offers up quite a few flavors of these no-fat cheeses, but the 
<br>shreds are actually super-hard to find (wahhh!). Stores seem to stock up on 
<br>the reduced fat ones (about twice the calories with around 5 grams of fat per 
<br>serving - no thanks!), instead. The slices are pretty easy to locate, though. 
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<br>The Verdict:  Don't get us wrong, we LOVE these slices (and ALWAYS keep 
<br>them on hand). But melting these things can be like a science experience 
<br>gone awry. They kinda bubble for a second and then sort of spring back to 
<br>their original shape (weird!). And they definitely taste like "fake" cheese. If 
<br>you're a true cheese fan, you may not love this stuff. However, if you're a 
<br>calorie-counter looking for a simple swap, the slices are the way to go.
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<br>HG Honors: Best Low-Cal Snack Cheese. A 30-calorie slice hits the spot.
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<br>Low-Calorie Soft Cheese - The Laughing Cow Light
<br>(5 Cheese Bites or 1 Wedge: 35 calories, 2g fat, 260 - 300mg sodium, 1g 
<br>carbs, 0g fiber, 1g sugars, 2.5 - 3g protein = 1 Point)
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<br>The 411: The wedges are available in an impressive array of fancy flavors: 
<br>French Onion, Garlic & Herb, and Original Swiss. And they're popping up 
<br>everywhere, in the refrigerated dairy section of many markets. The tiny and 
<br>adorable Gourmet Cheese Bites may be harder to find, but they're worth the 
<br>hunt.
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<br>The Verdict: This may well be the best cheese on the planet. Really. Great on 
<br>sandwiches, melted into sauces, or even as a cream cheese swap, these 
<br>spreadable bites 'n wedges ROCK OUR FACES OFF. 
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<br>HG Honors: Best Recipe Swap Cheese. Use these in creamy sauces by 
<br>mixing 'em with skim or light soy milk and fat-free sour cream. And ditch 
<br>fatty mayo-based spreads for this cheese, too.
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<br>Fat-Free Feta Crumbles - President
<br>(1 oz.: 30 calories, 0g fat, 450mg sodium, 1 - 2g carbs, 0g fiber, 0g sugars, 
<br>6 - 8g protein = 1 Point)
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<br>The 411: These flavor-packed crumbles come in decadent flavors like 
<br>Mediterranean Herbs and Tomato Basil (the original is actually the best of 
<br>all). Sadly, they're nearly impossible to find. Look for them at specialty shops 
<br>and grocery stores with huge gourmet and dairy sections. Reduced fat types 
<br>are more readily available, but those have around 70 calories and 5 fat 
<br>grams per 1/4-cup serving, which isn't exactly a calorie bargain.
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<br>The Verdict: These crumbles taste so similar to full-fat versions, our eyes 
<br>almost popped out of our heads (in a good way) when we saw the extra low 
<br>calorie count. And trust us, a little of this stuff goes a looooong way. They're 
<br>good served cold (on salads and in dips) or warm and melt-y (on sandwiches 
<br>and in soups). 
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<br>HG Honors: Most Like The Real Thing Cheese. Whether you sprinkle 'em over 
<br>salads, use them to cheese up a fish dish, or toss some in a low-cal wrap, 
<br>these crazy crumbles don't taste diet-y at all.
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<br>Chew on This:
<br>January 20th is National Cheese Lover's Day. Well, thank goodness for our 
<br>cheesy lowdown. Now you can celebrate. Woohoo!
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