Comments on: Dicey!

By: Andrea

Andrea — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 14:31:40 +0000

Ha… Ha… I agree, some things don’t normally warrant the money to purchase them, and seeing the pre-cut veggies brings out the same response in me. However, as I was leaving the produce department one day, the thought struck me: those would be great for a quick item to take on a picnic or camping…

By: Susan

Susan — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 03:09:29 +0000

I used to think pre-chopped veggies were an extravagance, but then I began to have pain in my hands and arms due to fibromyalgia. Even a simple chore like chopping veggies increased my pain. I happily use diced onions and diced green peppers (both in the frozen food section) as well as sliced mushrooms and minced garlic in a jar (both in the produce section). I have a lot less pain by using pre-chopped veggies. I would think that people with arthritis could benefit from these products, too.

By: mikki roo

mikki roo — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 02:45:23 +0000

It is just wrong… there’s something kinda therapeutic about dicing veggies with a big chef knife… maybe it’s the angst in me…

By: Heather

Heather — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 02:35:14 +0000

I’ve never understood shredded cheese in a bag, so diced veggies under plastic are not on my shopping list either. I like my time in the kitchen, and when I need it quickly, my ‘gadgets’ are close at hand. I won’t ever criticize anyone for buying them, of course, but they will be a ‘convenience’ I’ll happily live without, for now. I’ll perhaps reconsider as my health issues become more debilitating. It’s good to know they are available for those who need them!

By: AliAnn

AliAnn — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 02:08:17 +0000

I had the same reaction to those pre-chopped veggies – what?! Can’t we do this little bit ourselves? But, I admit, I find chopping veggies relaxing. Strange, I know.
I can see how something like that would be a life-saver though for a hurried, time-crunched alternative to fast food.

By: Jill

Jill — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 04:31:37 +0000

I think they’re really good for people who are bad choppers, like me. I love the pre-diced onions.

By: Melanie

Melanie — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 18:03:15 +0000

I’d say too lazy, for sure. If people really want to save time, they can dice up some veggies ahead in small portions and freeze them.

By: Lisa writes...

Lisa writes... — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:00:02 +0000

I confess: I buy the frozen diced onion to saute for casseroles, put in soups, etc. But then, I’ve never claimed to be a cook…lazy or otherwise…

By: Johanna

Johanna — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 17:44:43 +0000

I’ve found a good compromise in the freezer section. You can buy bags of frozen, chopped tri-color bell peppers and onions, sliced carrots, and even cubed potatoes. They are much cheaper than the pre-chopped fresh items. In fact, the peppers are usually much less expensive than fresh, whole peppers. Now that’s gilt-free convenience – cheaper to buy the prepared stuff!

By: Jane

Jane — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 04:11:30 +0000

Actually, that sounds so right! With so much to do in my day, dicing veggies just doesn’t seem that productive. And if it gets me eating something “homemade” versus a frozen or prepackaged dinner, I’m all for it.

OK, OK, why am I on the computer right now when I could be dicing up veggies for lunch? It’s all about priorities, ya know?