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FAQs

Why is the pudding called Eton Mess? ›

The generally-accepted story is that the strawberry, meringue and cream pudding was dropped at an Eton v Harrow cricket match in the late 19th century. Rather than waste the food, it was simply scooped up off the floor and served, smashed to bits, in individual bowls.

You'll find a wide variety of bread choices on our Healthy Extras list – including wholemeal bread, rolls and pittas, as well as a number of gluten-free options. If you're already signed up, head to our member website or check your member pack for the full range of Healthy Extra 'b' choices.

An average cream meringue with whipped cream has a surprisingly low 145 calories – that's around half the number of calories in a Mars bar. Popcorn's high volume means it takes up lots of space in your stomach, so it is a filling sweet treat. An average serving also counts as a healthy wholegrain serving.

Baileys Eton Mess Limited Edition blends irresistible original Baileys Irish Cream with flavours of juicy strawberries & raspberries, meringue & whipped cream to create smooth and creamy drink. Indulge in a delicious flavour mix of creamy meringue and summer berry flavours of strawberry, raspberry and blueberry.

A pudding usually is a dish of more homely or rustic. A dessert is lighter and more sophisticated, such as chocolate mousse. However, the word Dessert is rarely used by the British upper class. Some fine restaurants and private clubs would use Pudding to refer to the sweet course.

Before coming to Slimming World, many slimmers are told to avoid carbs – yet carbohydrates such as rice, potatoes and pasta have fantastic filling power, as well as being low in energy density, which is why they're on our Free Food list.

If you ask any slimming World Consultant, they will all tell you that eating a fresh banana is one of our free foods. No one disagrees with that. Go and enjoy your banana.

Like with all breads, a multigrain bread made with whole grains is better for weight loss than one made with white refined flour, but either multigrain bread or white bread can be a part of a weight loss diet plan when they're combined with other healthy foods and exercise.

Here's how to make it healthier. For a fluffy meringue topping, use 2–3 egg whites, along with unrefined caster sugar. Or, try experimenting with a sugar-artificial sweetener mix. You can still get a perfect light filling using low-fat ingredients.

The good news is you can still enjoy pastries while losing weight – just be sure to keep track of your caloric intake. If you're craving a baked good, try a slice of whole-grain bread. Whole grains are a good source of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other essential nutrients.

What is not allowed on Slimming World? ›

Another fantastic thing about Food Optimising is that no food is banned. The key is moderation, which is why alcohol and foods that are high in fat or sugar have a Syn value. Slimming World members are encouraged to plan 5-15 Syns a day to keep their weight loss on track, without feeling like they're missing out.

Mayonnaise syns! Asda Light Mayo 2 tablespoons is 1 syn.

The History of Eton

The name derives from Old English Ēa-tūn, meaning “River-Town”, a reference to Eton's proximity to the River Thames.

The simple explanation is that Brits use the word 'pudding' to refer to dessert. If they are going to serve you an actual pudding they will specify the type of pudding – for example, sticky toffee pudding or rice pudding.

It has been suggested the pudding was given the name “Yorkshire” due to the region's association with coal and the high temperatures this produced that helped to make crispy batter.

Break 'eton mess' down into sounds: [EE] + [TUHN MES] - say it out loud and exaggerate the sounds until you can consistently produce them.