Reviews about Meat & Seafood

ApriBambino says "Legal's Clam Chowder Sampler is oh-so rich and satisfyingly good" about Legal Seafood Clam Chowder Sampler

ApriBambino — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 01:40:56 GMT

Legal Seafood Clam Chowder Sampler

Being from and growing up in New England, clam chowder is very much part of the experience. If you've never eaten Legal Seafoods Clam Chowders you don't know what you're missing. Their motto is "If it isn't fresh, it isn't Legal" and they mean it !

This scrumptious 3 variety sampler consists of the following:

One quart of Legal Seafoods' famous New England clam chowder. It's made with oodles of fresh plump clams, cream, herbs and tender potatoes. It has an incredibly rich flavor, a creamy and chunky texture that I know you won't soon forget.This is my all time favorite chowder anywhere, hands down.

Next is one quart of Rhode Island Red clam chowder, also chock-full of clams but, this is a tomato-based chowder loaded with potatoes and bits of sweet sausage. This is perfect for those who don't like cream based soups/chowders. The flavors of clam and tomato are simply yummy together.

Finally, the sampler is complete with one quart of Fish Chowder

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CyndiA says "Sea Best Tilapia - healthy and does not taste fishy." about Sea Best Tilapia Fillets

CyndiA — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:41:19 GMT

We are trying to eat healthier and especially like tilapia, because it does not taste fishy like some fish. There are several brands I buy, but I like Sea Best which comes in a one pound bag with each fish fillet individually wrapped. I can cook up one fish fillet or the whole bag, and the fish all stays fresh.

There are six fillets per bag or, at least, the bags I've bought have had six. The sizes are small, and the bag says it's 4 servings. So, I guess they figure on everyone eating one and one half piece of small tilapia fillet. That seems rather odd - but well . . . OK. They are small enough that my son actually needs 4 to fill up.

Tilapia is healthy and has the good fish oil, and this is straight up fish and not breaded or coated with anything. And, it comes it at under 100 calories per serving, but as I mentioned, the fillets are small.

We quick pan fry the tilapia or broil it, but my son likes it's baked with cheese and butter which is fabulous - but that kind of sucks the "healthy"...

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njchicaa says "Omaha Steaks Burgers are mediocre pre-made hamburger patties. " about Omaha Steaks Burgers

njchicaa — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 01:17:29 GMT

We recently placed a couple of Omaha Steaks orders and wound up with a package of 6 free Omaha Steaks Hamburgers as a "free gift" with purchase. We've had them for dinner twice now and, while they aren't horrible, they aren't something that I'd go out of my way to buy in the future.

These Omaha Steaks Burgers are four ounces each and contain North American beef. Each one contains about 290 calories and a whopping 23 grams of fat. There are no seasonings mixed into the ground beef which means that, although the Omaha Steaks Burgers are very juicy, they don't have any real flavor.

A package of six of these 4-ounce hamburgers costs $21 plus shipping. Seriously, I can buy twice as much ground beef at less than half of the cost at the local grocery store, add some seasonings, and make a much tastier (and leaner) burger. Omaha Steaks Burgers aren't totally awful, in fact they are pretty juicy though without much flavor. In fact, they are probably better than your typical pre-made...

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CyndiA says "Easy to cook or grill but plain bratwurst are better." about Hillshire Farm Smoked Bratwurst

CyndiA — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:01:36 GMT

I like Hillshire Farms bratwurst sausages, because they are easy to make and taste good. Most often we grill the brats and have them on big buns with spicy mustard.

The Hillshire Farms Smoked Bratwursts are made with pork and beef, and I think they have an all beef version. That wasn't available at Food Lion when I went.

Off the top, I have to say I'm usually not keen on smoke added flavor, although there are some exceptions. If it's Liquid Smoke, then that is what it tastes like - not smoked - just fake smoke and nothing else similar. That, fortunately, was not the flavoring in the Hillshire Farms Smoked Brats. Still, it was not a real smoke taste or not like off the grill anyway.

We boiled our brats (well - simmered really) in beer with butter and onions like usual, and then put the brats on the grill. So, we got some of the grilled smoke taste too. But, the secondary smoke taste was there.

The smoked Hillshire Farms brats aren't bad. If you don't grill, you might like them for a change...

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jbfmom says "Salmon in a burger - loved by kids and parents" about Trident Seafoods Alaskan Salmon Burgers

jbfmom — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:03:10 GMT

The Trident Seafood Alaskan Salmon Burgers were a true find for this mom. Always looking for new quick meal ideas that are nutritious and fun, these burgers exceed that goal! These 1/4 pound patties (sold in 12 patty packages) come from whole wild alaskan salmon fillets, have 0g trans fat and 1360 mg Omega-3. With the instructions requiring you to keep frozen until cooked and then only taking 8-10 minutes to cook, they are the busy family's ideal meal. The flavor is full and delicious and everyone can dress their "burger" the way they like it. My son has actually chosen home with salmon burgers over pizza at a friend's house. If the ease of storing and preparing, the taste and the love by kids and adults weren't enough, the fact that they are quite affordable puts these burgers at the top of the winner's column. This mom picks hers up at Costco for $13.99 for the package of 12....

TarHeelShooter says "It's the best store-bought sausage I've ever had." about Frank Corriher sausage

TarHeelShooter — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:39:22 GMT

I was introduced to Corriher's sausage (and country ham) by a very good friend in Wendell, NC. His in-laws live in that area and are well acquainted with Corriher's products. I usually get my friend to bring me back some when he's over on family business, or I stop in on my way to or from visiting my in-laws in Alabama. On two ocassions however I have driven the 3+ hours (each way) to go get sausage and ham. It's well worth the trip!

I fry the sausage up for biscuits or sandwiches in the morning. I also add it to my 5 bean stew, my chili, and my Italian gravy. Everybody that tries it loves it. It is truly an outstanding product.

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KaciOhio says "Way overpriced, hardly any meat in this. " about T.G.I. Friday's Restaurants Complete Skillet Meals Cajun-Style Alfredo Chicken & Shrimp

KaciOhio — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:37:00 GMT

T.G.I Friday's Complete Skillet Meals are way overpriced. I paid around $6.00 for this Cajun-Style Alfredo Chicken & Shrimp that comes in a 24oz = 1lb bag. It comes precooked you just have to heat it up and it takes about 10 minutes. The taste is actually really good but theres hardly any meat in it! It had 4 pieces of shrimp about an inch long and about less than a handful of chicken around 12 small pieces. The weight of the bag comes from the pasta/vegetable pouch of red bell peppers, green onions and spiral ciufetti pasta which is great! They include a tiny seasoning packet that you can use or not its cajun spice and it makes it spicy! I used a tiny pinch and it made it perfect. Some pasta doesn't taste completely cooked and the meat is hard to find but the overall taste is great but wayyyyy overpriced. 310 calories per serving, serving size 1 1/4 cup. 110 calories from fat, 930 mg Sodium, 28g carbs, 22g protein and 75mg Cholesterol.

For some reason it won't let me add anymore negative...

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magethers says "moist low-fat poultry" about Perdue Skinless Chicken Breasts

magethers — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:32:51 GMT

I am not a fan of chicken breast but I purchased Purdue chicken breast in an effort to lose weight. I hve grilled the chicken on the George Foreman Grill and the chicken has come out very moist. I have usd the chicken in salads and stir fry. Chicken is one of the food products that are low in fat. The cons is the price. Chicken breasts are expensive so I usually purchase them when they are on sale. Another con is that if the chicken is not prepared right the poultry can come out dry. There are several recipes that would make chicken breasts tasty.

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brianacolie says "Flavor Bites are okay for something quick " about Perdue Flavor Bites

brianacolie — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:25:30 GMT

Perdue Flavor Bites comes in Quesadilla, Buffalo , and Italian 3 Cheese flavors. I had the opportunity to try out all 3 of these flavors. The buffalo was a bit on the spicy side, so not hte best for young children, which is something I have to take into consideration. The Italian 3 Cheese was ok, but the flavor was a little off / weird. My husband kept adding barbeque sauce on the side when he eats them. Quesadilla was my favorite. They actuall have small chucks of cheese in them and a bit of pizzazz in the flavoring. These are great for a quick dinner. Refrigerated, they only take 10-12 minutes at 425 degrees. It says add 2 additional minutes if frozen. I thawed mine tonight before cooking them and they were just fine. The best factor for me is that my 4-year-old will eat them. Also, I am not that handy in the kitchen, but unfortunately for my family I had all the kitchen responsibility being a stay-at-home mom. Luckily, this is extremely easy to prepare. I also bought these at a GREAT...

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AnnaBanana says "Sometimes it's not just WHAT you eat but HOW YOU EAT IT!" about Hormel Slow Simmered Beef Tips and Gravy

AnnaBanana — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:25:22 GMT

Autumn leaves carpet the ground, there is a pleasant chill in the air and everyone is shopping for Halloween costumes and candy. To a real gourmand, the advent of Fall means (among other things) that it is time to eat POT ROAST again. If you live alone and usually cook for one (sometimes two), you may not always feel like making a big production out of dinner, however delicious the outcome might be. For those of us whose Julia Child days may be slacking off, there are convenience products like Hormel Slow Simmered Beef Tips and Gravy.

I had tried refrigerated convenience-packed meat dinners before with mixed reactions -- sometimes the meat seemed tough, there wasn't much of it and these dishes tend to be a tad high in sodium. But this week, a sale at Dominick's coupled with a manufacturer's coupon (and that bracing autumn air) tempted me to try this product by Hormel. In my opinion, it was delicious. The meat was incredibly tender and I enjoyed the flavor. Hormel delivered...

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CyndiKing-Reed says "MORNING STAR HOT DOGS,GRILLED IN A CAST IRON SKILLET..UMMMM"" about Morningstar Farms America's Original Veggie Dog

CyndiKing-Reed — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:37:12 GMT

I HAVE TO SAY I DO LIKE MORNING STAR BRANDS OVER ANY OTHER.. AND FOUND THAT THE VEGGIE DOGS( NOW DISCONTINUED.. WHICH I CAN NOT BELIEVE) ARE THE BEST.

THE "TRICK" I FOUND WAS TO THAW THEM IN THE MICRO WAVE, SLICE IN HALF, THEN PUT ON TO A HOT SKILLET WITH A SPRAY OF PAM. THEY COOK UP LIKE THE ONES MOM USE TO MAKE, THEN THROW IN SOME ONIONS AND GREEN PEPPERS.. AND PLOP THAT ON A HOT DOG BUN.. SOO GOOD.

MY HUSBAND COULD NOT TELL THE DIFFERENCE!

THE CORN DOGS ALSO ARE..(WERE) BETTER (ALSO DISCONTINUED??) THE SAME WAY.. COOK THEM THE CORRECT TIME IN MICROWAVE, LESS 20 SECONDS OR SO, THEN ROLL THEM ON A HOT SKILLET SPRAYED WITH PAM.. TALK ABOUT A CRUNCH.. THE BEST..

I MISS MY HOT DOGS.. I'M IN MOURNING.. BRING EM'BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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AnnaBanana says "Simplicity is the essence of good taste!" about Trader Joe's Sliced Roast Chicken Breast

AnnaBanana — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:14:31 GMT

So many people have said: "Simplicity is the essence of good taste!" that no one can agree on who first made that observation, the truth of which has been proven again and again, especially in Trader Joe's Sliced Roast Chicken Breast. This product is labeled "Simply Trader Joe's" and simple it is -- no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives nor does this meat appear to be "processed" in any way. Its ingredient list consists of carefully carved slices of boneless, skinless chicken breast white meat roasted under a coating of olive oil, salt and pepper ... all of that combines to create nothing but good taste. The meat is fully cooked and refrigerated, perfect for serving either cold (for sandwiches, salads or snacks) or heated up as part of a quick meal.

STATS:

The package holds five generous servings, each of which contains 120 calories with 15 calories from fat. There are 1.5 grams Total Fat, .5 gram Saturated Fat, zero Trans Fat, 60 mg. Cholesterol, 25 mg. Sodium,...

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onwaytozion says "I get compliments with Hormel Beef Roast" about Hormel Beef Roast au jus

onwaytozion — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:42:22 GMT

I actually received a rare compliment about dinner from my husband when I served Hormel Beef Roast.

It couldn't be easier to fix. Just slide off the outer sleeve and place the sealed tray in the microwave. You don't even have to pierce the film to vent it. Heat it on the high setting for four minutes, and you're done! Serve it with your own side dishes to create a delicious meal.

The package just needs to be kept refrigerated. The package states that the product is suitable for freezing, but frankly, we have never kept it that long. It disappears quickly!

We enjoy it cooked as is, but if you want to experiment, there are recipes included inside the outer sleeve. Our latest package included recipes for Philly Steak Cheese Sandwiches and Country Pot Roast.

I buy this product often, and I wish I could give it a 5 star rating. For the sake of honesty, I have bought a package or two that was exceptionally fatty. But the product is SO good, it's worth the risk of getting an occasional dud.

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angel2485 says "Jennie O Really good Turkey" about Jennie O Turkey Store Ground Turkey

angel2485 — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 12:37:16 GMT

Love this brand of Jennie O Turkey Store Brand Ground Turkey, we use this in place of ground beef, ground pork, ground chicken, and can not tell the difference, it makes tasty dishes such as spaghetti, turkey burgers are great with this turkey always flavorful and healthy, I buy and trust this brand always. Have been purchasing this brands ground turkey for many years, will not switch Jennie O turkey for ground beef, me and my family have come to rely on Jennie O products, they are always low in fat and have varieties of lean and extra lean to choose from, this turkey brand is the best and I fully recommend it for all your cooking needs, it makes a great low fat alternative that is much healthier than ground beef

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DeniseJS says "Tasty, Filling and Similar to Actual Lunchmeat!" about Lightlife Smart Deli - various flavors

DeniseJS — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:24:44 GMT

I don't eat red meat or poultry, so I was excited when I first discovered Lightlife Smart Deli Lunchmeat. These fat free and low-fat soy based lunchmeats are available in Turkey, Ham and Bologna.

My favorite is the turkey variety, but the other two are pretty tasty as well. Don't let the look of these lunchmeats turn you away from actually tasting them; they look nasty, but when sandwiched between two slices of bread and all the standard sandwich fixings I was hard pressed to believe I wasn't eating real meat.

Most meat eaters probably won't be fooled by this imitation lunch meat, but a friend of mine did accidentally take it to work on a sandwich and had no idea he was eating mock turkey!

If you're looking for a healthier sandwich option, Lightlife Smart Deli Lunch Meat tastes great without the added fat and cholesterol of traditional lunch meats. I'm definitely impressed with the overall flavor and quality of these mock meats. The only con? The package isn't resealable, so you'll need...

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javajo says "Not bad for the price" about Oscar Mayer Deli Creations

javajo — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 17:13:34 GMT

The first time I tried Deli creations, I didn't like it. I thought it was too dry; I found out later, I had not read the directions about heating it up before eating it!

This is actually a fairly good sandwich for a out of a box, pre-made, store-bought item.. The bread was nice and soft and the meat and cheese were fresh and tasty. I like how each item is individually wrapped and sealed to maintain freshness.

You use the bottom of the box for a warming tray--this works fairly well and doesn't overcook the sandwich as long as you keep an eye on the microwave. I only heated mine to warm, not hot, and it was still soft and tasty.

The price is a bit much for this item, especially since it comes with only the sandwich,miracle whip and mustard. I recommend this if you get a coupon or a buy one get one deal.

Deli Creations, by Oscar Meyer lives up to the reputation of the company. I give it a thumbs up!

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njchicaa says "Have you tried Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs? You should!" about Perdue Fresh Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

njchicaa — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:55:12 GMT

After eating dry, baked chicken breasts almost every night of my childhood, I tend to avoid cooking and eating chicken these days. Every now and then I'll cook a whole chicken and make a yummy gravy to cover it in, but most of the time I just avoid the chicken and cook beef, pork, and seafood instead. When I saw Rachael Ray cook boneless and skinless chicken thighs one evening on her 30 Minute Meals, I decided to check them out in an attempt to get more chicken in my life.

I picked up a pack of 8 Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs at the local grocery store on sale for about $3.50 on sale. There are only 2 of us in the house, so I decided to cook 4 and freeze the other 4 for another day. I cooked the first batch with one of the McCormick Crusting Blends and really loved the way that the meat was so flavorful (even the bits without the seasoning) and juicy. I made the other half of the Boneless Skinless Thighs with a homemade marinade of olive oil, chopped fresh garlic,...

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Chilimom says "You're not from the south, if you don't eat Patterson's Chili" about Patterson's Beef Hot Dog Chili

Chilimom — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 02:05:01 GMT

Patterson's Beef Hot Dog Chili has got to be the best canned chili I have ever served on dogs and burgers. I'm 56 years old and was raised up eating Patterson's Beef Hot Dog Chili. My mother would not purchase any other chili. It has a mellow taste that is not over powered with that yucky tomato taste as some. When I don't have home made on hand, I go for the next best chili, which is Patterson's Beef Hot Dog Chili. You're not from the south if you don't eat Patterson's Chili.

In my area, general grocery stores carries it only in 8 oz. can. I really would like to see it in larger cans. Also, I would like to see Wal-Mart carry this brand too. When I drop in a general grocery store, I purchase 16 cans at a time. Mmmmm good since 1942!

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NattScatt says "A Bunch of Flavor Packed into Bun Sized Sausages" about Benetino's Bistro Sensations Fully Cooked Chicken Sausagc

NattScatt — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 20:37:44 GMT

I love a good hot sausage. The hotter the better. But most sausages are full of fat and not much flavor outside of being HOT. Whenever I come across a new or different flavor, I try it. This time I was not disappointed.

Benetino's Bistro Sensations are fully cooked chicken sausages that come in a variety of flavors. I bought Habanero with Monterey Jack Cheese, though I saw that there were several other flavors including Italian Sausage and Artichoke Spinach. They are absolutely wonderful. Not only are they a pleasing blend of seasonings and flavors, they smell great while on the grill.

Though the package says they are fully cooked, it also suggests that you grill, bake, saute or microwave them for a certain time period. I grilled mine and served them to friends at a get-together. They just couldn't give enough compliments. One person even suggested that I must have made them myself because he had never had a store bought sausage with so much flavor.

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NattScatt says "Flavor too strong for a meat sliced so thin" about Hillshire Farm Deli Select Ultra Thin Cracked Black Pepper Turkey Breast

NattScatt — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 17:23:15 GMT

Hillshire Farm has done it again. They've come up with another product that is both convenient and flavorful. This new line of pre-sliced, packaged lunchmeats is a really good find for those of us who either have to tote lunch ourselves or pack lunches for kids or spouses. Not only are the meats pre-sliced, they also come packaged in Gladware containers that can be used again as storage containers or added to the lunchbox with veggies or fruit.

Hillshire Farm Deli Select Ultra Thin pre-sliced cold cuts had been on sale at my local store for $3.00. I bought several including Cracked Black Pepper Turkey Breast. My son and I liked all of them and used them on sandwiches and in salads. I was impressed with the packaging because I now had another container to use for salad or soup to go along with the sandwiches. All of the varieties were flavorful, whether they were honey roasted, smoked or just plain oven roasted. I bought ham, beef and turkey.

The Hillshire Farm Deli...

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