Barbara Walters Says Paula Deen Makes Kids Fat

[agnes!]

...I think the obesity problem might have more to do with kids sitting at home watching TV instead of playing outside, and eating a steady diet of overly processed food devoid of any real nutrition. That is of course just my opinion. ...

Yeah, maybe all the kids should stop watching TV (*especially* if it's The View ), get off their duffs and play some games outside.

agnes!

 

[paintnolish]

I guess I missed the part where Paula comes to your house and force feeds these dishes to your family. If I did, let me know where I can sign up!

 

[monkeybug]

Agreed that the ultimate responsibility does fall on the parents. But when the book is marketed as a children's cookbook, and the title of the book implies that it is suitable for daily meals (Lunchbox), then I can see it being misleading. I can also see parents thinking they are doing something right for their child by cooking homemade meals instead of fast food and cafeteria lunches.

My 2 children are underweight. My 11 year old had to go into the peds every 3 months for a weight check because he was in the 5%, and my 2nd grader is in the 10% at 42 pounds. I am not a parent that would be worried about making my children fat to serve them these types of foods daily. But you also have to consider that these foods are high in cholesterol, which even effects skinny kids.

Right, but who's responsibility is it to know the difference between a healthy home cooked meal and a non healthy home cooked meal? Wouldn't that be the parents? It's not like the information isn't readily available, and it's not rocket science either. If you are a parent today and you don't know that olive oil is healthier than Crisco, or that fish is leaner than beef, or that potato chips don't count as a veggie serving, than something is really, really wrong. It certainly shouldn't be Paula Deens job to clue the clueless in.
I personally cook almost everything from scratch (even marshmallows) both because I enjoy it, and because I feel better about giving my kids foods that I know don't have all kinds of chemicals and preservatives, but I do know the difference between a healthy home cooked meal, and macaroni and cheese. (mainly because I moved out of my cave many years ago )

 

[EMom]

She is a SOUTHERN cooker. That is how the south cooks

She makes the book and cooks the food. The parents are the ones who buy the book, takes it home, finds a recipe, and MAKES it and FEEDS IT TO THEIR KIDS.

I don't see Paula going to their house and forcing it down their throat.

God bless our dear mamas.

Now, pass me a buttered biscuit, please. And don't forget the gravy.

 

[Shutterbug]

Cheesecake for breakfast?

*wonders how early The Cheesecake Factory opens tomorrow*

 

[Mickeyistheman]

Hmm. I never recall Paula holding a gun to the parent's head forcing them to feed their children Paula's recipes.

Paula has always said that her recipes are not for the health conscious.

When did the responsibility fall off the parents for their children's health? Why is it everyone else's responsibility?

Here! Here!

I agree she is making a living and if the parent chooses to buy the cookbook then its on them. Not on Paula.

 

[monkeybug]

Cheesecake for breakfast?

*wonders how early The Cheesecake Factory opens tomorrow*

I think it's a brilliant idea! It's got protein, dairy, grains, and if you top it with cherries, than it's got fruit too! Plus if you eat it for breakfast you have all day to burn some of those 3,000 calories off!

 

[allison443]

That segment was so funny, Barbara kept trying to ask questions off her cards and all the other hosts were happily eating away...finally Barbara gave in and asked for a fork.

 

[sbell111]

Tell me more about this cheesecake. Was it just regular cheesecake or is it made in some way as to be extra breakfasty?

 

[luvsJack]

If someone wants to make the recipes more healthy, all they have to do is make the appropriate changes. Common sense will tell you what to change.

 

[DisneyMom81]

If someone wants to make the recipes more healthy, all they have to do is make the appropriate changes. Common sense will tell you what to change.

No no. I really don't think that would work. If you want to make healthy food, just don't buy any of paula deans books!!!!!

I mean, how do you substitute 4 sticks of butter in one piece of cake, and have it taste the same??

 

[sbell111]

That's just the thing. In this case, you would substitute a lo-cal cookbook for Paula's.

 

[JEmaryland]

I saw the show and I think Babwa was unnecessarily rude to Paula. It all started when Paula said Barbara reminded her of her mother, meaning she admired her grace and poise. Babs, uncomfortable with her own age, took serious offense and shot Paula the stinkeye through the whole segment, crowbaring in the comments.

 

[luvmy3]

I haven't seen the View but all I can say that Walters's anger is misdirected. Hello, Paula Deen and her cookbook aren't making kids fat. Bad parenting and lazy kids are making our kids fat. Parents need to take responsibilty for making their children eat healthy and be more active. Its not Paula Deen's job to make sure your kid doesn't eat the stuff in her cookbook everyday, its yours.

I am no way implying that all kids that are obese are lazy. or that their parents are not enforcing good eating habits. I do realize that there are those who are predisposed to obesity because genetics or a medical condition, or their medication.

 

[Mermaid02]

I didnt' read all the responses but is it a "diet" cook book? If not what is Babs problem? The way I see it- a cook book is where you go for that "special occasion" food- I NEVER use a cookbook when I make every day food.

 

[Boxley]

So? And Barbra Walters makes kids have speech impediments and sit with a bunch of cacking hens for an hour.

Paula doesn't make kids fat, other factors do.

 

[TeresaBelle]

Right, but who's responsibility is it to know the difference between a healthy home cooked meal and a non healthy home cooked meal? Wouldn't that be the parents? It's not like the information isn't readily available, and it's not rocket science either. If you are a parent today and you don't know that olive oil is healthier than Crisco, or that fish is leaner than beef, or that potato chips don't count as a veggie serving, than something is really, really wrong. It certainly shouldn't be Paula Deens job to clue the clueless in.
I personally cook almost everything from scratch (even marshmallows) both because I enjoy it, and because I feel better about giving my kids foods that I know don't have all kinds of chemicals and preservatives, but I do know the difference between a healthy home cooked meal, and macaroni and cheese. (mainly because I moved out of my cave many years ago )

sorry, totally off topic, but mb, please tell me how to make homemade marshmallows...my dd LOVES marshmallows and i'd love to make these with her!

btw...i LOVE paula deen!

 

[monkeybug]

I use this recipe for marshmallows
http://smittenkitchen.com/2009/06/springy-fluffy-marshmallows/
but if the raw eggs make you nervous there is also this one, which is also yummy!
http://www.recipezaar.com/Marshmallows-French-Laundry-280242

They are actually really easy, and if you cut them out with cookie cutters and coat them with sanding sugar you can make your own custom peeps! I have also cut them into large squares and given them with a home made hot chocolate mix for easy cheap neighbor gifts!
Oh and they are awesome dipped in chocolate candy coating!
Home made marshmallows = good times!!

 

[agnes!]

That's just the thing. In this case, you would substitute a lo-cal cookbook for Paula's.

Yeah, but I bet that Paula's cookbook would taste better .

agnes!

 

[luvsJack]

No no. I really don't think that would work. If you want to make healthy food, just don't buy any of paula deans books!!!!!

I mean, how do you substitute 4 sticks of butter in one piece of cake, and have it taste the same??

This is very true. You would have to choose between taste and healthy!

There is nothing as good as a Paula Deen cake (any kind, any flavor) She just has southern cooking down to an art form. We also love most any of her seafood recipes (most of those include a stick or 4 of butter too!) YUM!!