10 Fuss-Free TV Dinners and Meals

If you’re one of those people who rely on ready meals for your daily grub, don’t you think you owe it to yourself to choose the best items which taste really good? Though you may find it hard to believe, there are ready meals which can pass off as decent dinners or meals.

Which of the 10 items are worth your buck?

We scoured the supermarkets to taste test 10 of the most popular ready meals. Want to find out what we think of them? Read our article below!

1. Buffalo Wings | Morning Star Real meat or not? Have a bite and you won’t really taste the difference from real chicken nuggets, and this makes Morning Star’s Buffalo Wings a must-buy item. They’re generously coated with crispy bread crumbs and for that added kick, are made extra spicy!

Ideal food for: People who have switched to the vegetarian side, but have chicken nugget cravings once in a while. Find these at: Cold Storage, Jason’s The Gourmet Grocer

2. Vegetarian Quarter Pounder | Waitrose Just by looking at them, you know that you got your money’s worth with Waitrose’s quarter pounders. The thick patties are filled generously with healthy ingredients which make a good option for those aiming for a healthier lifestyle. These are also coated with breadcrumbs for that added crisp.
Ideal food for: People who have turned vegetarian, but still get that burger cravings once in a while. Well, this is definitely a good substitute! Find these at: Most gourmet stores

3. Pepperoni Pizza | Dr. Oetker When you’re craving for pizza but are stuck at home, this is actually a good substitute. Don’t expect the gourmet kind, but Dr. Oetker’s pizza pepperoni is as good as most pizzas served in fast food pizzerias. Made with real tomato sauce and cheese, it’s generously topped with big pepperoni slices. Mmmsoogood! Ideal food for: A slumber party where the food of choice is pizza! Lots and lots of 'em. Find these at: Most grocery stores

4. Four Cheese Pizza | Hot Pockets Cheese lovers will definitely enjoy this pizza from Hot Pockets. It looks like a pie but the inside is filled with not one but FOUR types of cheese. Have a bite and let the cheesiness explode in your mouth. To maintain the crispiness after microwaving, there’s some sort of crispiness packet provided. Insert the pizza here before heating. Ideal food for: Your “I-don’t-wanna-be-hassled” moments and you just want an easy meal to prepare so you can catch your fave shows on TV. Find these at: Most grocery stores

5. Black Pepper Chicken Pie | Sunshine Sunshine has expanded to making just breads. Now, they’re in the business of making pies. And they did justice to the Black Pepper Chicken Pie. Filled with shredded chicken, vegetable bits, and mushrooms, one whole pie is enough to make you feel full. Do expect the pie to be peppered with…well, pepper. Be warned that it’s a bit spicy. Ideal food for: Quick breakfasts. It only takes two to three minutes to cook, and the size is big enough for one person. Find these at: Most grocery stores

6. Baked Ziti | Amy’s The box says it’s for kids, but we dare say that Amy’s Healthy version of the Baked Ziti would appeal more for adults. The taste is pleasant to the palate, but it lacks that cheesy and rich tomato flavour most children look for in their pasta dishes. But what’s good about this ready meal is that it’s dairy and gluten free! It’s also made with organic pasta, vegetables, and fruit! In short - healthy! Photo credit: godairyfree.org Ideal food for: Adults or kids who are trying to stay away from dairy and gluten. Find these at: Cold Storage, Jason’s Gourmet Store

7. Lasagne | Top Choice Lasagne can be tedious to prepare. But why hassle yourself when you can buy the ready-made version which tastes almost as good as the original one. Top Choice’s beef lasagne is made with two layers of all beef, tomato sauce, and cheese! Who can resist that? We know you can’t.
Ideal food for: People who just want to have an Italian food fest! Find these at: Most grocery stores

8. Herb Roasted Chicken | Lean Cuisine It’s healthy and tasty at the same time. The chicken meat is drenched in creamy mushroom sauce so the taste has been absorbed by the white meat. The vegetables are cooked just right so they’re not soggy. One packet also has a generous serving of chicken and vegetables so it’s enough to fill up a hungry tummy. Ideal food for: Breakfast, lunch, or dinner of people who are always on the go. Find these at: Most grocery stores

9. Beef and Cheese Pie | Mrs Macs Beef and cheese make such a good combination – and Mrs Macs’ pie version is no exception. The exterior isn’t so thick and this makes it possible to include more beef and cheese ingredients inside. Warm it up in the microwave for a few minutes and what you get is a cheese beef pie which can match any homemade pies out there. Ideal food for: Satisfying your cheese cravings. This beef pie is oozing with cheese from the inside. Find these at: Most grocery stores and supermarkets

10. Baguette | ItalPizza What’s a pizza party without baguette? ItalPizza’s version of is made with thick and long slices of bread and topped with a generous amount of melted mozzarella cheese, tomato pasta, onions and all other ingredients you love about Italian food. Use an oven to heat the baguette for a crispier bread and a more enjoyable meal! Ideal food for: An all-girls’ slumber party where the main goal is to enjoy some of the easiest to prepare Italian food creations. Find these at: Cold Storage, FairPrice Finest See Also: Discover the best food in town with OpenSnap Satisfy your cravings with the nearest restaurant