HORMEL COMPLEATS Roast Beef & Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, 9 Ounce (Pack of 6)

HORMELL dinners are delicious. Well worth the money they are fresh and Hormel has been in business for a long time very well established company. I have had many of dinners from other companies, but Hormel is super and I will recommend this dinner to you.

I purchased these for a local food bank that only hands out non-perishable items. Because of this, most families don't have access to meats. Having struggled with a bit of financially-caused hunger myself, I can honestly say that meals like this are always greatly appreciated by food-bank recipients. This wholesome little microwavable meal may not be the healthiest or most appetizing meal in the world, but it certainly beats a night without a meal for many families. Each package of any Hormel Compleats meal is very filling. The serving size is large, large enough to fill even the hungriest of bellies. This specific meal, the Roast Beef & Mashed Potatoes has a few large delicious chunks of roast beef meat atop of smooth mashed potatoes, topped with brown gravy. The meat is very moist and the texture is exactly what you would expect of canned meat. It's not over-processed or strewn with any weird additives. It tastes like it should. The mashed potatoes are smooth and flavorful. They're sometimes a bit difficult to get evenly cooked in the microwave, so I suggest stirring every 20 seconds. It's always helped me get the mashed potatoes evenly heated. The gravy is really good as well. Not to heavy or watery. Just perfect. These meals are great for a variety of things. Obviously I donated them to a food bank- where they can be handed out as wholesome meat and veggies meal for families in need. But I also eat these myself, and they are a great quick meal on nights when you find yourself too exhausted to cook dinner. They'd also be great as emergency meals, because they don't need to be stored in a refrigerator. And they'd be great for camping, because they can easily and conveniently be carried in a backpack or stored in a tent. When it comes to canned, shelf-life meals, this is definitely one of the only foods I find appetizing. It's obviously not on par with any freshly cooked meal out there, but because of it's convenience and affordability I think it's rightfully earned its 5 stars from me.

Disappointing meat and taste not as good as pictured. Their meatloaf is worth buying but this more expensive beef is not as good in my opinion,

Great for when I don't feel like cooking and it's enough for this 70 yr old woman along with a dinner roll to get all of the gravy. The potatoes & gravy are excellent but the very thin slice of meat is as dry and tough as shoe leather. I'll go back to the one with meatloaf which to me is really not meatloaf since I grew up with ML having tomato sauce and a bbq type topping.

Love all the flavors except spaghetti easy takes a minute I’d do a min 20 seconds no mess no clean up

I recently tried the HORMEL COMPLEATS Roast Beef & Mashed Potatoes With Gravy Microwave Tray, and I was pleasantly surprised. These microwaveable trays are a real lifesaver when you're short on time or don't feel like cooking a full meal. The roast beef was tender and flavorful, and the mashed potatoes were creamy and delicious. The gravy added a nice touch, enhancing the overall taste of the meal. The portion size is just right for a satisfying lunch or dinner. What I love most about these trays is their convenience. You can pop one in the microwave for a few minutes, and you're good to go. It's a perfect option for busy days at the office or when you need a quick and tasty meal at home. The fact that it comes in a pack of 6 is a bonus, providing several easy meal options. It's also great for stocking up your pantry. While it may not replace a homemade roast beef dinner, it's a convenient and tasty alternative that I would recommend for those on the go.

Does not taste or look good. Do not buy.

I love these! They taste amazing. The only one I didn't like so far was the spaghetti one (it was too tart for my taste). I like the chicken breast and mashed potatoes and the roast beef and mashed potatoes the best. They are perfect little portions and sooo quick and easy to make. Peel back the corner, microwave 60 seconds and ready to eat! Even quicker than soup or tv dinner. You can store them anywhere, no refrigeration needed-awesome! The last 18 months, I am going to stock up!