While it’s tough to beat a scratch-made meal, sometimes you need a quick supper solution that is ready in a matter of minutes and requires literally no prep. Enter: frozen dinner. A trip down the grocery store frozen aisle reveals a wide array of filling options that can be prepared quickly in your microwave or oven. Best of all, there is something for everyone. Whether you’re feeding a family of four or simply need a solo meal, there is brand for you. If you crave something global or an American comfort food classic, you’ll be covered. There are even meals that are targeted towards those on various diets, from keto and vegan, to low calorie and gluten free.
Considering there is so much variety, it should come as no surprise that some brands are worth seeking out while other should remain on ice. That’s why we’re here to help make sure your meal isn’t a disappoint. Read below to find out which frozen dinner brands stand out among the rest.
5. Saffron Road
Saffron Road specializes in food products with flavors inspired by cuisines from all around the world. In addition to frozen dinners, per its website, crunchy chickpeas, simmer sauces, ready-to-eat meals, and artisan wraps are offered.
According to the Amazon reviews of the Palak Paneer, which is one of our favorite dishes ever, a lot of people adore this product. While there are a select few that complain that the spinach sauce is watery, a lot of reviewers rave about the spice, flavor, and price of this meal, which is prepared with chunks of paneer cheese. We happen to love these frozen dinners too. These are so tasty and so unique, we have to place them near the top of our list. Whether you’re craving Indian, Mexican, Thai, or other global flavors, Saffron Road won’t disappoint. If you see these when at the grocery store, be sure to stock up.
4. Dr. Praeger’s
Dr. Praeger’s is devoted to healthy plant-based food products. The wide variety of items offered by the brand, includes breakfast bowls, plant protein burgers, veggie burgers, spinach cakes, kale puffs, hash browns, kids meals, and seafood. We are big fans of Dr. Praeger’s spinach cakes, plant protein burgers, and chocolate littles, which are essentially healthy chocolate black bean brownies created for children (but certainly suitable for adults).
According to the Amazon reviews of the Super Greens Veggie Burger, many people love this product. Fans note that it is a quick and easy way to include a veggie burger in a meal. Some reviewers complain about the mushy texture, while others are upset about the recent addition of pea protein to the ingredients. In general, we love Dr. Praeger’s products. They are healthy and taste delicious, even according to children. This is why they are near the top of our list.
3. Trader Joe’s
Call us crazy, but Trader Joe’s is well-deserving of its massive following. The grocery chain nail its unique specialty products every time. From the Everything But the Bagel Seasoning and the Cauliflower Gnocchi to the Pumpkin Butter and the Bamba Peanut Butter Snacks, we love them all. We’ll admit that we are diehard fans — and can you blame us?
Trader Joe’s carries many frozen products, including several varieties of complete frozen dinners. Our personal favorites include the black bean and corn enchiladas, the veggie fried rice, and the riced cauliflower stir fry. It seems every time we go shopping, we discover a new favorite in the frozen aisle. No matter what we try, we’re always pleased.
According to Buzzfeed, the most popular frozen Trader Joe’s products are the Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe, the Mandarin Orange Chicken, and Burrata Prosciutto Arugula Flatbread. We’ll second that view. All three of those products are amazing.
2. Amy’s
Amy’s is a brand that is devoted to health-focused food products including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, corn-free, soy-free, dairy-free, and nut-free options. This appeals to not only individuals avoiding foods due to allergies, but to those that want to eat healthier as well. We love that Amy’s offers products for many different dietary preferences, providing a solution for people that otherwise struggle to eat convenience foods.
Amy’s frozen product line includes burritos, bowls, mac and cheese, pizza, ravioli, and veggie burgers, according to its website. While these products are a bit pricier than others, we would expect to see this when you consider the attention to ingredient details. According to Amazon’s reviews for Amy’s Gluten Free Rice and Beans burrito, there is a lot of love for these products. These products are not only for people with dietary concerns or preferences, many other people enjoy Amy’s products as well.
1. Rao’s
You may have come across Rao’s products in the pasta and sauce aisle, but you absolutely need to check out the brand’s packaged meals in your grocer’s freezer section. What started as a restaurant is now a supermarket staple with frozen dinner options that include Meatballs and Sauce, Chicken Parmesan, Rigatoni Bolognese, Chicken Alfredo, Four Cheese Pasta Bake, and Penne Alla Vodka.
Per the company’s website, many reviewers of the Penne Alla Vodka frozen dinner, offer plenty of love for the pasta, and Rao’s other products also get favorable reviews, as they have the clean ingredients you would expect from the brand’s high quality sauces. While the single-serving portions may be on the smaller size (the brand offers large format meals, as well) there’s no denying that these Italian classics excel even in frozen frozen form. Rao’s frozen dinners make for an excellent (and quick) meal on a busy night. This is why they are at the top of our list.
Source: https://www.tastingtable.com/824238/20-frozen-dinner-brands-ranked-from-worst-to-best/
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