Tropical Traditions Palm Shortening Review & Giveaway

You might remember the Baking Mix that I made from scratch. We have loved its convenience. It’s like having pancake mix on hand all the time, only cheaper and more versatile. We had just about run out, when I decided it was time to revisit the shortening question. See, I know that traditional shortening isn’t the best for you. (For more on this topic, check out my friend Kelly’s post Get Rid of the Bad Fats in Your Kitchen).

Coincidentally, Tropical Traditions contacted me again to do another review. And palm shortening was on the list of choices! So I figured since it’s on their dime, why not give it a try?

The Verdict: Once we figured out how to get the gallon tub open, DH was like “ick, is that lard?” The consistency was very gooey, more like mayonnaise than shortening. I shooed him away and mixed up the baking mix. I noticed right away that the consistency of the pancake batter was much thinner than the version with Crisco. I asked DH if he thought that would be a problem, and he didn’t think so. He made pancakes, and although they weren’t as fluffy as the previous version, they tasted the same and I felt better knowing I was using a healthy fat.

The nice people at Tropical Traditions have also agreed to sponsor a giveaway! You too can enter to win a gallon of palm shortening by doing the following. Note that you need to submit a separate comment for each entry.

This contest is open until August 26, 2010, midnight EST. Open to US and Canada.

Disclaimer: Tropical Traditions provided me with a free sample of this product to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose.  Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review or sponsor a product giveaway in return for the free product. Note for Canadian bloggers: Tropical Traditions is not responsible for customs or duties that Canada may charge if you decide to participate in this Tropical Traditions sponsored blog giveaway.

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