KFC introduces the Double Down

[Xantar]

Normally, I would just post this picture in the image thread and call it a day.

http://consumerist.com/doubledown_hdr.jpg

But then I realized that the context makes things oh so much worse.

Last August, we wrote about the "Double Down," a mysteriously tempting (and potentialy lethal) new food item being tested by KFC. For those coming late to the story, it's bacon and cheese sandwiched between two pieces of fried chicken. And now, many months later, I'll finally be able to get my hands on one.

KFC announced the decision to go live with the Double Down yesterday, but we weren't sure they weren't playing a April Fools gag. But no, they truly are going nationwide with the delicacy on April 12.

Source: The Consumerist (http://consumerist.com/2010/04/kfcs-bacon-sandwich-on-fried-chicken-bread-kills-people-everywhere-on-april-12.html)

I just don't even know what to say about this. Are there people in America who actually think that looks appealing? I'll happily admit that I like a piece of fried chicken now and then, but I like it just by itself. Not combined with cheese and bacon. How are you supposed to taste 11 herbs and spices that way?

If I see anybody actually eating this thing, I'm going to pull out my sword to chase them down. Running slowly so that I never actually catch up to them for a few hours.

[Fox 6]

I weep for nutrition.

[Bond]

First one to find the nutritional facts on this beast wins.

I'll post my analysis if I can find the numbers.

[thatmariolover]

According to KFC (http://www.kfc.com/doubledown/)

KFC Original Recipe® Double Down has 540 calories, 32g fat, and 1380 mg sodium.
KFC Grilled Double Down has 460 calories, 23g fat, and 1430 mg sodium.

[Fox 6]

First one to find the nutritional facts on this beast wins.

I'll post my analysis if I can find the numbers.

Better yet, you should buy one and give us a review

EDIT:
Apparently it's out in some places

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[The Germanator]

http://thisiswhyyourefat.com/

It will surely find a happy home at the website above.

[Vampyr]

Man, I have to share this.

[Teuthida]

I don't eat terrestrial vertebrates, but that does look mighty tasty.

[Bond]

I would like to propose the "Double Down Premium Health Insurance Tax Increase Plan" to save our health care system.

[Xantar]

I would like to propose the "Double Down Premium Health Insurance Tax Increase Plan" to save our health care system.

Will that be taxed at a higher or a lower rate than tanning beds?

[TheSlyMoogle]

Haha this so reminds me of the the newest episode of south park entitled "Medicinal Fried Chicken"

[gekko]

What is that sauce?

[Professor S]

I would like to propose the "Double Down Premium Health Insurance Tax Increase Plan" to save our health care system.

Actually, I think the Double Down will save a lot on healthcare costs. When people die of massive heart attacks it costs nothing. They're dead. A normal hamburger is just bad enough to put you on medication for blood pressure and cholesterol. Thats expensive.

In all honesty, though, I've seen a lot worse. Look at nutrition info for a burger from a chain restaurant like Chili's or Ruby Tuesdays. They run well over 1,000 calories for just the burger.

[Vampyr]

Actually, I think the Double Down will save a lot on healthcare costs. When people die of massive heart attacks it costs nothing. They're dead. A normal hamburger is just bad enough to put you on medication for blood pressure and cholesterol. Thats expensive.

In all honesty, though, I've seen a lot worse. Look at nutrition info for a burger from a chain restaurant like Chili's or Ruby Tuesdays. They run well over 1,000 calories for just the burger.

Yeah, this thing actually isn't bad if it's the only thing you eat for the meal.

It's just the concept of it that's really odd and disturbing. :lolz:

[Typhoid]

This is a great idea if you can't afford a gun or a rope.

[Swan]

And for dessert how about a nice Krispy Kreme Chicken Sandwich?
http://www.moosefree.com/temp/donutchicken.jpg
Yes, it has honey

[Professor S]

I don't eat terrestrial vertebrates, but that does look mighty tasty.

But terrestrial vertebrates are the deliciousest!

[KillerGremlin]

Only 540 calories for that sandwich? That's not too bad given what it is comprised of. You could do a lot more damage going out to eat. On the other hand that is loaded with fat, but I'm sure it is full of protein too.

[manasecret]

The last time I was at KFC I ate a six piece chicken strip meal with two sides. I bet that had more calories.

This actually sounds pretty good. Y'know, for those days when I want to take my heart down a notch.

And Xantar, I don't know what you're talking about. Bacon is good on everything.

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[BreakABone]

A new challenger enters the arena

Denny's Cheese Melt
http://www.nrn.com/sites/default/files/field_main_image/2010-08/Dennys_FriedCheeseMelt_0810.jpg

[Professor S]

I just threw up in my mouth a little...

[Typhoid]

What's with the retarded craze of making the most unhealthy thing possible, and mixing it with 2 or 3 other things that are entirely unhealthy?


Next there will be a French Toast Sandwich with...cheese and bacon in the middle, or something.

[Professor S]

What's with the retarded craze of making the most unhealthy thing possible, and mixing it with 2 or 3 other things that are entirely unhealthy?


Next there will be a French Toast Sandwich with...cheese and bacon in the middle, or something.

I think it has the same attraction as eater insanely hot wings. Its "food on a dare". People eat it just to say "I ate that and lived!"

[Vampyr]

I've been working out about three times a week for the last few months, and my body has pretty much started rejecting really unhealthy food. I can't imagine trying to eat something like that.

[Typhoid]

I'm glad we don't have dumb shit like that go on here.

[Professor S]

I'm glad we don't have dumb shit like that go on here.

Nah, you guys just slather a mountain of fried potatoes with cheese and gravy. That's completely different. :mischief:

[Typhoid]

I've only ever had poutine once.
That's not a Canada-wide thing. That's basically only Quebec.
I don't even know where to get poutine, aside from A&W.
That shit is delicious.

[uber_paddler]

I've only ever had poutine once.
That's not a Canada-wide thing. That's basically only Quebec.
I don't even know where to get poutine, aside from A&W.
That shit is delicious.

It's pretty ubiquitous here on the East coast, as well. Whole restaurants entirely dedicated to poutine.

[Vampyr]

I'm glad we don't have dumb shit like that go on here.

Falicia Day is in Vancouver right now and tweeted this photo:

http://desmond.yfrog.com/Himg689/scaled.php?tn=0&server=689&filename=xt5l.jpg&xsize=640&ysize=640

[Typhoid]

At least they're designer, and not dripping grease. ;)