HORMEL COMPLEATS Chili with Beans Microwave Tray, 10 Ounces (Pack of 6)

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.

We really enjoyed the taste and availability of the product. It was very quick and easy. My daughter really enjoyed it after school as a quick meal. Good value for the cost. I was nice to be able to microwave it quick without having to thaw it. The smell is so good but also great taste. It's just right for a quick light meal.

Taste is amazing and perfect for lunch

I have had the beef and the chicken Compleat...I am an elderly women who is still independent at home but has now needed to do less cooking meals from scratch....These meals are just the right size for a lunch or dinner for me...I will continue to order the chicken and beef meals...The flavor is great as I don't like a lot of spicey food...Hormel has done a great job making these meals...

I forgot how good this chili is, I hadn't had it in a long time. It's really delicious, nice spices and there is actually meat in it! And of course it's a Compleat, which means it only takes 1 minute in the microwave to be ready and not fuss over a long cooking meal after a hard day at work.