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Schwan's Must Haves?

Starpolisher — Thu, 20 Aug 2020 23:47:30 GMT

Occasionally, I receive a Schwan's mail order catalog. I got one last week and have been contemplating trying some things. Can someone who has ordered from them suggest some really good must have items to try. I probably won't order until the weather cools down though. I got a coupon for 20% off, first order, good until October 31st.😊

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Leggett28 — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 00:09:17 GMT

We like the fully cooked breaded Hot and Spicy chicken breast. Cook in oven not microwave. #590. Makes a really good chicken sandwich.

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KaySD — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 00:14:47 GMT

I have tried a number of their items. First, they started as an ice cream company, and people say it's excellent. I don't like ice cream so I don't know. I'm also told their pizza is really good and the price is great.

Their other items fall into two basic categories in my mind. One is prepared food--like breakfast sandwiches, cooked burgers in buns, soup, ready to cook or reheat meals. The other is what I think of as groceries--chicken breasts, pork chops, frozen vegetables, fruit. That's the category I mostly know about.

Obviously they have a huge selection. I like some things better than others, but the quality is always good and it's great to have, for example, an individually frozen chicken breast or two, to pull out of the freezer and cook. Most things you cook from frozen, but you can check the details online. Personally, I keep on hand frozen broccoli, peas, green beans, fruit for smoothies, chicken, bratwurst, soup, and mashed potatoes. They're my "stash" for when I need to make a meal easily and don't have fresh groceries.

They have specials every week, and extra discounts for AARP members. I've gotten excellent service from the driver, and think they are worth a try to see what you like. They will deliver in a an insulated bag with cold packs so you don't have to worry about the weather.

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sunshine45 — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 04:32:10 GMT

ice cream.....all of it is excellent.

veggies and potatoes.....all are good

penne pasta, chicken bake, shepherds pie, mac n cheese

beef tips....easy to prepare, lots of gravy, and perfect for egg noodles.

lo mein and pot stickers

italian sausage and bratwurst

i can recommend a lot more.....

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goldensrbest — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 14:48:13 GMT

One thing i got last winter, do not get chicken pot pie,did not like at all.

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AuntG — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 15:06:11 GMT

There are so many things I like. In fact, my Schwans order will be delivered in an hour. My current order consists of baguette bread, baked ziti, root beer float bars and French toast sticks. There are probably forty things on my regular rotation. By the way, previous poster didn't like the pot pies. If you bake (not microwave) them, we think they are excellent. Many times, we'll have a tossed salad and pot pie for a meal.

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LisaMofSLC — Sat, 22 Aug 2020 02:49:14 GMT

I have been using Schwan's since covid started in earnest.

My faves:

Ice creams, of course,

Italian meatballs- no gristle, lots of meatballs in the bag but I live alone so can split them up into several meals.

The non turkey sausage-no gristle, nice and thick. A bit of shrinkage.

The fire-roasted vegetables.

Cinnamon rolls-not huge, makes for a nice warm breakfast, has 2 frosting packets

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Starpolisher — Sat, 22 Aug 2020 14:12:00 GMT

Thanks for all the replies!

Has anyone had their Spiral Ham, Crab Cakes, Prime Rib Shepherd's Pie, Marinated Salmon or Beef Tamales? How are their Apple or Pumpkin pies and Cheesecakes? Was thinking maybe I could order some items for Thanksgiving.🦃

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deepwaterdotter — Sat, 22 Aug 2020 19:02:03 GMT

@Starpolisher wrote:
Thanks for all the replies!
Has anyone had their Spiral Ham, Crab Cakes, Prime Rib Shepherd's Pie, Marinated Salmon or Beef Tamales? How are their Apple or Pumpkin pies and Cheesecakes? Was thinking maybe I could order some items for Thanksgiving.🦃

Love the Marinated Salmon (pricey, but worth it), Steel-Cut Oatmeal with Red Quinua, and Egg White, Cheese, and Turkey Bacon Biscuit Sandwiches. Any of the dessert and Ice cream products are wonderful. I didn't like their tamales.

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sunshine45 — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 05:49:14 GMT

@AuntG wrote:
There are so many things I like. In fact, my Schwans order will be delivered in an hour. My current order consists of baguette bread, baked ziti, root beer float bars and French toast sticks. There are probably forty things on my regular rotation. By the way, previous poster didn't like the pot pies. If you bake (not microwave) them, we think they are excellent. Many times, we'll have a tossed salad and pot pie for a meal.

@AuntG

we love the pot pies and always have those in our freezer.....turkey, chicken, beef. we only bake them in the oven. i like to brush some melted butter on the tops prior to putting them in the oven. i also sprinkle them with a little paprika.

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sunshine45 — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 05:53:08 GMT

@Starpolisher wrote:
Thanks for all the replies!
Has anyone had their Spiral Ham, Crab Cakes, Prime Rib Shepherd's Pie, Marinated Salmon or Beef Tamales? How are their Apple or Pumpkin pies and Cheesecakes? Was thinking maybe I could order some items for Thanksgiving.🦃

@Starpolisher

my daughter LOVES their tamales. when she goes back to school i load her up with a few bags. they are easy to make in the microwave.

we enjoy the shephards pie.....enough for 2 -3 people. it is easy to pop into the oven and then just serve with a salad.

i am not a salmon person, but my son loves their marinated salmon. it is so easy to prepare on top of the stove. he likes it with a vegetable and some rice usually.

ALL of the pies are delicious! great to have in the freezer if you have company or need a dessert to take somewhere.

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JDW174 — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 09:56:55 GMT

Haven't ordered from them for some time, but their ice cream is always excellent, and if you're into snacking, their summer sausage is the best you'll find anywhere. Pies are also quite good. I always found their frozen mixed fruit to be very bitter in taste. The fruit seemed to be picked way too soon.

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Starpolisher — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 15:38:27 GMT

Uh oh! Looks like I'll be trying quite a few things!😂 Thanks everyone!🤗

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LisaMofSLC — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 16:32:33 GMT

That creme pumpkin pie looked good. I made one once and its a lot of work. So its good?

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sunshine45 — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 23:13:27 GMT

@LisaMofSLC wrote:
That creme pumpkin pie looked good. I made one once and its a lot of work. So its good?

@LisaMofSLC

i am not a fan of pumpkin pie, but the creme pumpkin pie is very good. my family also loves their regular pumpkin pie.

my driver will be coming tomorrow.