When my husband and I first moved in together before we got married, we were both pretty lacking in our cooking skills. We often ordered-in food and we ate the same things all the time, which included a lot of turkey tacos because they were easy to make.
As we got older, we both got better at cooking and currently my husband does 90% of the cooking in our house. (Score!) But now that we have a baby, our dinner routine has become a little more challenging because we both want to maximize the time we spend with Harper after work instead of being stuck in the kitchen. We like to cook things that are quick or than can be thrown into a pan and oven-baked so we can play with the baby and have our dinner practically make itself, save some prep time.
We’ve been buying Bertolli authentic Italian frozen meals for about five years now. We kind of discovered them randomly in the freezer section of our grocery store. It was one of those “these look good” moments and we picked up a few different meals.
Recently, Bertolli came out with new, restaurant-inspired, multi-serve Rustico Bakes, which promise to deliver oven-baked taste from the microwave in minutes. Already a fan of the stove-top frozen meals, I was excited to try something that would take even less effort (and no clean-up either!).
Recently, Bertolli came out with new, restaurant-inspired, multi-serve Rustico Bakes, which promise to deliver oven-baked taste from the microwave in minutes. Already a fan of the stove-top frozen meals, I was excited to try something that would take even less effort (and no clean-up either!).
Nowadays, we cook a Bertolli dinner anytime we don’t feel like really cooking or don’t have the time to but we still want a tasty dinner that’s a real meal (ie: not mac n’ cheese or cereal). The new Bertolli multi-serve Rustico Bakes are available in 4 recipes- Stuffed Shells Bolognese, Ricotta & Mozzarella Ravioli, Ziti Alforno and Manicotti Alla Vodka. You guys, they are SO good. I was amazed at how delicious they were and, confession time—when we made the Ziti Alforno, I took it out of the microwave and divided equal servings into bowls…and then, when my husband wasn’t looking, added a little more to my bowl. (Sorry, honey.)
Sometimes we don’t have the time or energy to cook or we just want to spend our evening taking a long walk with the baby and reading extra books. Having something quick and easy that we can eat and enjoy as a family is awesome (and lately, Harper likes to watch us eat too!).
All you have to do to make the Rustico Bakes is to pop it into the microwave for about 10 minutes. When it’s all done I promise you will love the taste- just like what you’d order dining out, but you can wear sweatpants and don’t have to leave your house.
All you have to do to make the Rustico Bakes is to pop it into the microwave for about 10 minutes. When it’s all done I promise you will love the taste- just like what you’d order dining out, but you can wear sweatpants and don’t have to leave your house.
Harper hanging out while dinner cooks…
Bertolli also has a new line of Italian-inspired desserts and as someone who doesn’t feel dinner is complete without a sweet treat at the end of a meal, I’m loving the Lemoncello dessert.
Have you tried Bertolli dinners? What do you cook when you want a great meal that’s quick? Leave me a comment below for a chance to win a $100 Visa Gift Card!
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Jenn P says
looks delish! will definitely have to give these a try. Always looking for quick meals, especially on nights we have activities for the boys! ~Jenn
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A Texas Gal says
Monday mornings I start the crock pot and that is usually enough for 2 dinners and a lunch for my husband and I (I don't use any of those recipes that use cream of chicken or some other canned thing – usually chicken breasts, lots of veggies and something to make the sauce) – usually Monday dinner, Tuesday lunch and Wednesday dinner – I do this about twice each month and it really helps to not have to "make" dinner each night. I will have to pick up these Bertolli dinners as they look delish!
Tara Smith says
I love to do a Stouffer's frozen lasagna when I need an easy meal! It doesn't cook too fast, but there's no preparation or clean up because you just pop it in the oven!
ParisGirl24 says
I've never tried these but they look amazing! When I'm in a hurry, it's usually mac-and-cheese and a side of steamed veggies.
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Amber B. says
I love Bertolli's marinara sauces! We cook a lot of pasta in our house since it's easy and I add to it whatever we have on hand, pan sauteed sausage and kale or chicken and marinara. Easy and the kids eat it too!
Kylie says
Our standard "quick" dinner is super easy/lazy. We just brown low fat ground beef and add water & taco seasoning. Sometimes we just eat it with a fork and sometimes we'll scoop up with the meat with tortilla chips. It's protein rich and simple!
kellyr78 says
I have not tried these Bertolli meals, but I will check them out. When I need a quick meal for my kids, I usually make a pasta with a olive oil/butter sauce and toss in some veggies like broccoli.
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Elena says
I have tried Bertolli. When I want a quick meal I cook pasta
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Aly says
That looks fabulous! I've never tried those but I'm always looking for something quick and easy for dinners!
Evie says
Looks delicious! I may pick up a few at the grocery store this weekend.
Evie says
Looks delicious! I may pick up a few next time I'm at the grocery store.
Andrea says
I am a big fan of bertollis! Thank you!
We love frozen meals when we need something quick 🙂
Jackie says
On super-busy nights, we defer to Annie's organic frozen pizza. Filling and really yummy! These look great, too! [email protected]
NatalieM. says
Yum I'll have to try these! We make tuna melts because we always have tuna and cheese on hand for a quick meal with little clean up. [email protected]
Teresa says
I'll make tuna melts w/ tomato soup or tostadas w/ pre-cooked frozen chicken.
Andrea Clare says
not going to lie…this made my mouth water….haha
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Carrie says
This looks so quick, easy and yummy, too!
Megan says
Yum-o! Quick meals are a must with a little one…AND working full-time! 🙂 How do you make your turkey tacos? I never thought to try that! And what kind of camera do you have? Takes great pics.
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Stephanie says
I like Bertolli's skillet meals, so I'll have to try these too.
Courtney says
I haven't tried those but they look tasty! I usually cook a frozen stirfry for a quick meal.
Megan {Willow Way Blog} says
looks relish! We are always looking for quick/easy dinner ideas!
swilli22 says
I haven't tried the Bertolli dinners, but I love their pastas and sauces. Add in a small side salad and I have a quick, yummy weekday dinner 🙂
Kim says
We love the Bertolli stove-top meals. Those are our go-to when we feel like having a dinner but not full on cooking. If the oven meals are as good as the stove-top ones, they're definitely something I want to try!
Kim says
We love the Bertolli stove-stop meals. Those are our go-to when we don't feel like actually cooking but want something filling. If the oven meals are just as good that is definitely something I want to try.
The Mitchell Family says
Looks delish! I love easy dinners.
Kim says
I tweeted
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E1 says
I haven't tried it yet but it looks delicious!
Stacy G says
Love Bertolli meals also! I do really enjoy to cook but they are great for a break. The ravioli in alfredo basil sauce is so good!
Christina T says
I haven't tried the dinners yet, but we buy a lot of their other products! 🙂 I'm going to have check these out.
Christina T says
I haven't tried these specific dinners, but we buy other Bertolli products. I'm going to have to add these to the grocery list.
Lindsey says
Mmmm yummy! I used to eat the frozen Bertolli meals all time when I was younger 🙂
Mami2jcn says
I haven't tried Bertolli dinners but I would like to try the Italian Sausage Meatball Rigatoni.
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Jessamyn Lupardus says
We like the Hormel Compleats pork roast. They are microwaveable and good with instant mashed potatoes (with some garlic powder thrown in).
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Emilyhrousseau says
Our quick go-to is tacos!
Emilyhrousseau says
Our quick go-to is tacos!
Madeline says
I haven't tried Bertolli's but pasta is a quick go-to dinner at our home. Some pesto or marinara with a fried egg on top – delicious!
Madeline says
I haven't tried Bertolli's but pasta is a quick go-to dinner at our home. Some pesto or marinara with a fried egg on top – delicious!
LisaC says
I have not tried these yet, but it looks delicious!
Melanie says
Pasta is always a great choice to fill you up quick, plus that's great that it only takes 10 min.. bonus!
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cold cocoa says
I like making chicken taquitos with canned chicken. super fast and yummy!
Miranda says
Yum! Our quick go-to is pasta with meat sauce.
Miranda says
Yum! Our go to is pasta with meat sauce.
kmm22 says
Eggs are my go to quick meal, usually with salad.
Dee says
A quick dinner meal at our house is either breakfast for dinner (pancakes, eggs and bacon) or tortellini with pesto (we always keep both on hand because it goes from pot to plate in less than 10 minutes).
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Dee says
Breakfast for dinner — pancakes, eggs and bacon!
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D Schmidt mummytotwoboys says
I would most like to try Bertolli® Chicken Alla Vodka & Farfalle, I have looked at these in the Grocer’s freezer and been tempted to try so I will really have to do so!
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Jen N. says
Breakfast for dinner, always.
Nicole says
I love the Bertolli Chicken Parmesan Skillet meal! So good and easy!
Katie says
I love Bertolli meals, we have done their skillet bags before so I will try these!
cw says
I have never tried them, but usually some type of pasta is my quick go to meal
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mysweetiepiepie says
No, I haven't tried these yet bout would love to.
Kellys Reality says
Pasta is always my go to on busy days for dinner. Quick easy and delicious!
BeatriX says
Our fast dinner: quesadillas :p
I buy whole wheat tortillas (at target) + Panela cheese + ham. Make a taco and put it on the grill for a few min until the cheese is completely melted + jalapeño peppers or chipotle peppers 😉
Sometimes homemade salsa is good, but many times it just goes better w/canned peppers.
Melissa says
I have not tried those yet. But one of my freezer go to are the Viola mixes that combine chicken pasta and veggies.
susan1215 says
I would like to try Bertolli® Chicken Alla Vodka & Farfalle. My go to fast dinner is spaghetti and meatballs.
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Lisa Brown says
I have not tried the Bertolli meals. I like to make pasta, like mac & cheese as a fast dinner.
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karlee says
We are all about anything quick and easy!
Seven says
Our new quick and easy dinner is chili cornbread skillet. Pour some chili in an 8×8 and cover with cornbread mix and bake. SO good!
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Rachel says
Looks delicious! I'm all for quick and easy meals!
Rachel says
Our go to easy meals are turkey tacos or quesadillas. These look like a great alternative!
Ana Dame says
Those look great! My easy meal is veggie burritos or quinoa salad!
chambanachik says
I actually cook Italian a lot when I need something easy. We love it.
The Ricotta and Mozzarella Ravioli sounds good!
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JC says
We love Bertolli meals. We make Spaghetti and Meatballs for quick meal
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Cindy says
I love muffin tin eggs and whole wheat toast.
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Rose-Marie says
Pasta! With great sauce (Love Bertolli's) and lots of grated cheese. It would be greeted with cheers every night of the week!
Ashley says
I usually make tacos or some kind of pasta.
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Ashley Drew says
Haven't tried these but they look delish! The quickest dinner? Either Annie's Mac and Cheese or Applegate Hot Dogs. Or both!
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Alexis says
I have not tried them, but for a quick dinner I like quesadillas or spaghetti with sausage and bottled sauce
rachel says
We make chicken fried rice, but I'd like to try the lobster ravioli!
Amy says
I think the last time I tried them was about 5 years ago, and it tasted awesome! I usually go for a quick meat sauce/spaghetti for an easy weeknight dinner. 🙂
One Frugal Girl says
I've never tried them before but the chicken florentine alfredo sounds delicious.
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Ashley says
I have tried them and I LOVE the stuffed shells bolognese! We had it for dinner last night!
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Tina says
I've never tried these. i make pasta when i don't have time
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Aleessa Epstein says
Looks amazing! I'm a new mom too ( have a 5 month old baby girl) so I totally get the appeal for quick and delicious meals!! Love your blog Veronika!:)
Sandra Celestino says
They look amazing!! Can't wait to try! Thanks Veronika!!
girlfromthe_N.Country says
I love a quick pasta meal, with olive oil, fresh basil and mozzarella.
Robin M. says
I haven't tried any of them, but the Bertolli Shrimp Scampi & Linguine sounds yummy!
Wanda McHenry says
Yes, I have tried Bertolli dinners and they're good! I make Manwich sloppy joes for a quick meal with pork n' beans on the side with potato chips.
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Erica Best says
Garlic Shrimp Risotto sound good for date night
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Lauren says
Manicotti or stuffed shells are the best!
Nicole Larsen says
I've never tried them but I'd really like to try the Ricotta and Mozzarella Ravioli
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MCantu1019 says
Spaghetti and meatballs usually.
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The McCaffreys says
My husband and I *just* got married earlier this month so we don't really have an official 'easy meal' yet but when I was still a bachelorette I loved making shrimp quesadillas! 🙂
Madeline B says
I love the Bertolli® Shrimp, Asparagus & Penne!
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Gianna says
Tonight was one of those nights.. Spaghetti bolognese with cheesy garlic bread.
ms-texas says
i've tried the Chicken Parmigiana & Penne and it was very good! it makes a quick easy meal
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Rebecca Graham says
I usually make spaghetti when I want something quick but these look quicker and better to make.
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LAMusing says
I've tried the Chicken Parm and it was quick and really tasty. I'd like to also try the Shrimp Scampi & Linguine.
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Gina Wildorchid says
I would love to try the Chicken Portabella Ravioli
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Nancy Hall says
When I need something quick I usually do spaghetti.
Julie says
I would llike to try Italian Sausage & Meatball Rigatoni thanks for the giveaway
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Amy says
I love Bertolli! It's the answer to a great meal that's quick. My family always think I made it from scratch whenever I served Bertolli! shh…. 😀
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steve weber says
I haven't had Bertoli.. but my go to meal is spaghetti, salad and garlic bread.
Kerry says
I haven't tried them, but I really want to try the Tortellini Margherita! If I'm in a hurry, I usually make tacos or burritos.
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Betty C says
These meals look great. I'm not usually thinking about dinner early in the day so we do a lot of pasta or stir fry meals. I'd really like to try these Bertolli meals.
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ewhatley says
I've tried several but would love to try the Creamy Spinach Rollatini
Karin says
I like to make spaghetti–or frozen pizza.
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Amanda Sakovitz (mandy83) says
Ive tried them and I love them.
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Thomas Murphy says
I have tried Bertolli dinners and I love them! That's what I make when I want a quick good meal.
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angie lilly says
I have not tried these meals but would love to. When I am looking for a quick meal, nothing is faster than heating up a frozen pizza.
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Mari says
I like the stuffed shells bolognese.
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Tabathia says
I haven't tried them, but usually go with frank'n beans when I want something quick
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