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Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Schwan's Review and Giveaway

I've had the pleasure of trying Schwan's food in the past. I had some of their outstanding tortilla soup and four cheese pizza. Both items were full of flavor and satisying. I knew one day I would have the opportunity to try some of their great foods again :)



Schwan's, is an online grocery store that offers food delivery to your home. Products range from ice cream and dessert to meats, side dishes, breakfast items, main entrees, snacks, fruits/vegetables and more. I guarantee that you will fall in love with their food. The company is friendly and has great customer service. I think it's so convenient and fun that a grocery store on wheels comes to your house and saves you the trouble and hassle of grocery shopping yourself. (Taken from website.)

I was sent a mouth watering 6 oz portion of their baked ziti from the new Fresco by Scotto line and also a microwable brownie that looked fabulous. Fresco by Scotto is a family owned Italian restaurant in New York City. Their concept is simple: to serve delicious, fresh, seasonally inspired food in a warm atmosphere. Schwan's has created six Fresco by Scotto family favorite meals to enjoy at your own dining room table. (Taken from website.)



The baked ziti is a small portion and could be shared among two people, but I don't think anymore than that. It is very easy to prepare and in minutes you're enjoying a restaurant quality meal. The pasta is cooked al dente, and the cheese is very fresh and melty which I absolutely love. The sauce is nice and is robust and full of flavor. It's a pasta lover's dream.

What's better then to end a great dinner than with a sweet treat? You sometimes have to indulge! This brownie is warm and gooey and loaded with dark chocolate chips. Warm brownies go excellently with cold and creamy vanilla ice cream. Go on and enjoy some decadence! Just zap the brownie in the microwave and in no time it's melty, hot, warm, and so yummy. The chocolate was rich and very satisying. It's an excellent dessert for any occasion. I love the contrast of the milk and dark chocolate together, it's a nice twist. The pasta and the dessert would be a great date night meal with your significant other. There's nothing better than good food and warm conversation with the person that you love.

One lucky winner will be receiving a great treat from Schwan's. Penne Gratin and Raspberry Rumble ice cream. Can't you just taste them now?


Triple count perfection in this raspberry bonanza. SCHWAN'S® famous vanilla ice cream is marbled with rivers of deep red raspberry puree swirl and kicked-up with raspberry coated crunchy-clusters. The wild extravagance of raspberry-filled chocolate truffles will put you over the top. Get ready to rumble.



Penne pasta is coated in heavy cream and prosciutto (Italian-cured ham), then topped with real Parmesan cheese. Bake it in the oven until golden brown and bubbling hot. It is one of our most heavenly dishes.

GIVEAWAY RULES:
1. I will be picking ONE (1) winner who will win Schwan's penne gratin and raspberry rumble ice cream.
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Winner will be chosen on March 4, 2011 at 10 pm and then will be emailed.
One entry per day.
Alternate winner will be chosen if winner does not respond after 48 hours. Thank you and good luck!
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175 comments :

  1. I have been seeing these trucks in and around my neighborhood for a number of years and I have yet to try . I would love to try their grocery out.
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  2. This would be a great way to introduce myself to Schwan's.

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  3. Why do I want to win? I've heard about Schwan's but have never had a chance to try them...this would give me the chance

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  8. Although I have tried their foods before (and liked them), I have not tried either of these products yet.

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  42. because i scream you scream we all svream for ice cream. would love to try this
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  45. we used to order Schwans a lot - they have really tasty food would like to try them again
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  46. I have been unemployed for a long time and can only afford the very basics so being able to enjoy some really quality gourmet food would be such a treat.


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  47. I've seen the Schwan's truck in our neighborhood many times, so whoever lives down the street from us is a very happy repeat customer. I have wanted to flag the driver down several times,but haven't, so now is my chance to try some of their food.
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  52. I want to win because I like trying out new products.
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  53. I would like to win this because I have never tried Schwan's products before.

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  54. i never had it and want to try it crystletellerday@yahoo.com

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  55. a great way to try Schwan`s products. Ice Cream lover i am i love to try new flavors

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  58. I'd like to win because I'm hungry right now and am craving penne and ice cream. Mmmmmm
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  60. I want to win because I am pregnant and tired and do not feel like cooking. The pasta looks delicious.
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  62. They both sound heavenly and perhaps this will get me to start with Schwan - I used to get them delivered - I know they have some very delicious items :)
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  66. I'd love to win so that I could take a night off from coming up with something that my vegetarian daughter will eat! A night off from cooking!

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  67. I would like to win because Schwan's ice cream is soooooooooo good.

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  68. I'd like two win because it looks delicious!
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  72. Been using Schwan products for years. This would let me try something new without risking my hard earned cash!
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  74. I'd like to win, because this would be a fun, easy meal for hubby and me, and I've always been curious about Schwann's.
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  77. I'd love to win because I love Schwan's foods. We get from them about once a month but haven't tried any of those yet!

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  78. would like to win this delicious food because I like icecream

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  80. I would love to try this because I've never had schwan's before. thanks! jen453@hotmail dot com

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  82. I want to win this because it is so convenient!

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  83. I'm a super big fan of Schwan's! We order a few of their items every two weeks, but it's hard for me to spend money on food I'm not sure if it'll be good or not! This would be a great way to try some of their other items!

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  85. I'd love to win because I haven't tried Schwans products since I was a kid, and I see their product range is incredible now!

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  92. Thank you for the giveaway. I'd like to win because, I'd use this meal to have a date night with my husband when our kids stay the night at his brothers house sometime.
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  93. I've wanted to try Schwan's ever since I was a kid and my neighbors got delivery every week. I always wondered what was in that little yellow truck (turns out, they ate a LOT of ice cream!).

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  100. I'm always looking for easy, yet delicious lunches I can cook at work (I'm a teacher). These actually look good. As for ice cream, who can pass THAT up!?

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  104. Because I've never tried their products before but the pics look great

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  109. My fiance and I would love to try this@ Yum.


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  110. i would like to win because i would love to try schwan's and see if my family likes it.
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  111. We love Schwan's they offer great products.
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  112. I'm a fan of Schwans and a customer, but I've never tried the Penne. I'd love to win this so I can try it!

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  114. I've heard nothing but great things about their products, I'd love to try them, yum!

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  115. It's been years since we had anything from Schawan's, and I'd love to reintroduce the products to my family.

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  117. The food looks so good and I love how they deliver

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  119. I would like to win this delicious food because I've tried a few products from Schwan's before and have been very impressed, but never any pasta. Being a pasta junkie, I just know I'll love this! The ice cream sounds very unique and delicious. Thanks so much for the chance! :)
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  120. Schwan has good food thats why I want to win

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  121. I'm a confirmed email subscriber already.
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  126. I would like to win because it would be a nice meal for a night I don't feel like cooking.

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  127. I'd like to win because we're all out of ice cream!

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  128. I'm curious to try it, sounds good! wmcdaniel (at) chartermi (dot) net

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  129. I trust their brand and they have quality products. I'd like to win because we have not tried these two products.
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  130. I wanna win cuz I'm HONGRY!!!!
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  131. no cooking, but still being able to eat at home

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  132. Sounds great, I have tried some of Schwans foods and I would love to try these.

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  134. With a family of 5 on one income we can't afford to buy from Schwan's and their ice cream looks soooo good.

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  135. I would like it because I lovw Schwan's food, but has never tried any of the desserts!
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  152. Never heard about Schwan's before but wow a delish meal and dessert too, can't beat that!

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  154. I'd love to win so my Schwan's guy will be shocked that I've varied from my usual order.
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