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Home » Lifestyle » Musings » Bertolli Meal Soups are Like Dining Out at Home (Twice)

Bertolli Meal Soups are Like Dining Out at Home (Twice)

By: Liz  /  Published: January 29, 2012  /  Updated: September 28, 2012  /   Leave a comment

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Bertolli Meal Soup

Cooking for one is kinda fun!

But cooking for two is even better, because it means I’m cooking for me now and cooking for me later at the same time!

My most recent two-in-one meal was when I tried Bertolli Meal Soups.  The fresh ingredients are flash frozen to preserve their taste and quality, and the result is a gourmet, restaurant quality soup you can make right at home.

My store had three varieties, and I couldn’t resist the Tomato Florentine & Tortellini with Chicken.  I also picked up some garlic bread twists to go with it.

Bertolli meal soup for 2

All I had to do was bring the soup package ingredients and one cup of water to a boil, then cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

Bertolli tortellini soup

While the soup was simmering, I warmed up the breadsticks. Then I filled a cozy crock with my Bertolli soup, sprinkled it with some shredded Parmesan cheese, and in less than 15 minutes I had a complete and satisfying meal that was every bit as good as if I’d ordered it in a restaurant. No joke.

Bertolli Meal Soups

The cheese filled tortellinis were perfectly cooked, the generously sized chunks of chicken were tender, and the rich tomato bisque with spinach and tomatoes was outstanding.  I’m so used to the sub-par taste of store bought soups that I was blown away by how good the Bertolli Meal Soup was.

I do have to admit that I initially had sticker shock when I saw the price. It was just less than $7 at my store on sale, but now that I’ve tasted it and know how yummy it is, I can see that it’s totally worth it. Plus it makes two meals!

Will I buy it again? Actually, yes. I definitely will!

Bertolli Meal Soups lineup

Look for Bertolli Meal Soups in the freezer aisle of your grocery store. To find a location near you and for more info check out the Bertolli website. Connect with Bertolli on Facebook and Twitter too.

I was compensated by Bertolli to participate in the Weeknight Meal Special Challenge. All opinions are my own.

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About Liz

Liz is a midwestern mom gone southern (accent in transition). She lives in North Carolina and loves cooking, baking, traveling, movies, crafts, hot and cold tea, wine, pizza and the occasional nap. She also revels in the fact she's a crazy cat lady.

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  1. Donna says

    February 7, 2012 at 7:05 am

    I’ve not tried this, yet. I’ll definitely be trying soon!

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  2. Toni @ A Daily Dose says

    February 4, 2012 at 4:47 am

    That soup looks delicious! I am a huge fan of Bertolli I’ll have to check these out.

    Reply
  3. Kato says

    February 2, 2012 at 2:52 pm

    Mmmmm!! That actually looks delicious!!!

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  4. HilLesha says

    February 1, 2012 at 3:12 pm

    Looks so good!

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  5. Sarah says

    February 1, 2012 at 3:00 pm

    I haven’t tried their soups but I have tried a couple of meals when I had coupons for them and they were very good, albeit rather expensive.

    Reply
  6. nik says

    February 1, 2012 at 6:46 am

    Sounds really amazing…wish they had meatless options. 🙁

    Reply
  7. jennifer says

    January 31, 2012 at 11:04 pm

    These look delicious!!! I’d like to try the tuscan style beef and vegetables 🙂 I’m in nursing school and don’t have time to cook…having things that can go from the freezer to the table, practically, would be a lifesaver.

    Reply
  8. Theresa says

    January 31, 2012 at 3:15 pm

    That looks so yummy!

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  9. Virginia from That Bald Chick says

    January 31, 2012 at 2:25 pm

    Now that looks delish!

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  10. Alicia K says

    January 31, 2012 at 2:16 pm

    sounds delicious. Just wish it were lower calories

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  11. Jacqueline Griffin says

    January 31, 2012 at 10:19 am

    I’ve never seen these in the store but I’m not a shopper that looks around. I normally just go and get what I need and leave. I’m going to check out the label and see if it’s something we can eat. We are changing our eating habits because my hubby has diabetes and we all need to loose a lot of weight.

    Reply
  12. Tonia @TheGunnySack says

    January 31, 2012 at 8:14 am

    I tried the Tomato Florentine & Tortellini with Chicken too and LOVED it! I really want to try their other flavors now!

    Reply
  13. Sonya Morris says

    January 31, 2012 at 8:02 am

    That looks delicious! It is so nice to know it is flash frozen!

    Reply
  14. Eileen says

    January 31, 2012 at 3:31 am

    OH my gosh, this really does look so good! And how nice to have quality soup for those cold winter nights. Our family is SO busy with sports and other events plastered on our calendar, I’d so welcome a hearty and tasty meal that is SO easy and timesaving. Thanks for reviewing. We tend to buy the same items over and over and I would never have looked for this specifically.

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  15. Krystalynn Hernandez says

    January 30, 2012 at 11:48 pm

    Yum, would love to try 🙂

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  16. Gianna says

    January 30, 2012 at 11:44 pm

    That looks delicious. I love their tomato sauces.

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  17. Deborah Wallin says

    January 30, 2012 at 11:31 pm

    I love tortellini, so can’t wait to try it. It looks delicious.

    Reply
  18. Michele B says

    January 30, 2012 at 10:26 pm

    This looks delightful~ yummmm

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  19. Tim says

    January 30, 2012 at 10:02 pm

    I have tried the Tuscan style beef version. It was way better than I expected. I knew it would be good, but I was very impressed. I am thinking of making a few pouches for company and telling them I made it. Not really. But I agree with you, adding bread to it really completes the meal.

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  20. Beth says

    January 30, 2012 at 9:58 pm

    I love how they package these. I am sure they are much healthier than the canned version because they can fresh which helps eliminate a lot of the needs for all the processing

    Reply
  21. nicole says

    January 30, 2012 at 9:24 pm

    Looks soooo delish!

    Reply
  22. Cat Davis says

    January 30, 2012 at 8:49 pm

    Those are kinda cool. I haven’t seen them yet but the chicken & rotini sounds good.

    Reply
  23. Canadian Mom Blogger says

    January 30, 2012 at 8:24 pm

    They look really good!

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  24. Sara M. says

    January 30, 2012 at 8:09 pm

    As a mom of 4 with a really hectic schedule, this looks like a great convenient way to get dinner done in a hurry.

    Reply
  25. ohkeeka [The Type A Housewife] says

    January 30, 2012 at 7:54 pm

    Ooh, the soup and the breadsticks look like the perfect dinner to me! Love an easy meal!

    Reply
  26. Barbara R. says

    January 30, 2012 at 7:38 pm

    I have not heard of this product. I need to check in the freezer section of my local store for, Bertolli Meal Soups. They look delicious and I like that there are fresh ingredients and quick to make.

    Reply
  27. Kenda Smith says

    January 30, 2012 at 7:26 pm

    I’ve seen these and wanted to try them – they seem perfect for at home date nights 🙂

    Reply
  28. Holly Hook says

    January 30, 2012 at 7:25 pm

    These look great, but I’d like to see a vegetarian option.

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  29. Lily Kwan says

    January 30, 2012 at 7:13 pm

    I would love to try the rich tomato bisque!

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  30. crystal allen says

    January 30, 2012 at 6:35 pm

    The cheese filled tortellinis sound delish! thanks

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  31. Becca says

    January 30, 2012 at 6:10 pm

    Oooh these look delicious. I would love to try the roasted chicken and rotini pasta variety, especially with your breadsticks 🙂

    Reply
  32. noelle says

    January 30, 2012 at 5:39 pm

    i love all the products like this… but i am a cheapo… so, i might not get it, unless it is on sale 🙂

    Reply
  33. Nichol says

    January 30, 2012 at 5:30 pm

    MMM interesting and I have never heard of thse. Definitely will look for them!

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  34. Angela Livingston says

    January 30, 2012 at 5:01 pm

    I’ve been wanting to try these but I just can’t see spending $7+ per 2 servings, as I’m feeding 5 (3 boys plus my hubby and I) I’d have to buy 3 for one meal. When you add salad and bread that’s a good chunk of my monthly food stamps. However, I could try this one night when the kids are at the grandparents and it would make a good at-home date night. I’m always too tired to actually go out. Thanks for sharing!

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  35. dawn says

    January 30, 2012 at 4:37 pm

    My family would like this, I’m sure

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  36. Marcie W. says

    January 30, 2012 at 2:57 pm

    This looks delicious and easy, exactly the way I like all of my meals!

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  37. Christina says

    January 30, 2012 at 2:38 pm

    I have looked at these a few times but haven’t tried them, now I will definitely give them a try after hearing such a great review of them (and that picture with the breadsticks make it look really yummy too). Thanks so much for sharing 🙂

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  38. Alexis AKA MOM says

    January 30, 2012 at 1:19 pm

    That looks fab, easy to put in the freezer for those nights when I have women’s group and may not have time to make dinner!. Your dinner with the bread looks so yummy!

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  39. Robyn L says

    January 30, 2012 at 1:07 pm

    love to hear about a soup that is ‘close to restaurant’ soup; adding the breadsticks was a
    great idea also. Good to hear it serves 2 meals

    yourstrulee(at)sasktel(dot)net

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  40. sheri grennille says

    January 30, 2012 at 1:00 pm

    i think i would be tempted to add chicken broth to this, and a can of tomatoes and make three meals out of it. i too was put off by the price on sale / with coupons, but now i will keep my eye out for it to be a little cheaper, if not exactly cheap, since you make it sound absolutely divine!

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  41. JamericanSpice says

    January 30, 2012 at 12:25 pm

    This would make perfect leftover soup for D’s school lunch! I want to try it!

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  42. Jennifer says

    January 30, 2012 at 11:25 am

    I haven’t tried these soups yet but have passed by them many times in the store. The roasted chicken soup sounds amazing.

    Reply
  43. Donna D says

    January 30, 2012 at 10:32 am

    I have tried these, well I tried one of them, we got the Chicken Alfredo & Penne and it was delicious!!! There was enough to fill us both up and We both loved it. I think we will get the one with steak next time.

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  44. Naomi says

    January 30, 2012 at 10:10 am

    Wow, they have the meat in them already? Those do look super handy to keep in the freezer. I love the Bertolli frozen pasta meals, so I imagine these are just as tasty. I am a tomato soup addict, I have got to try this one!

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  45. Cathi Crismon says

    January 30, 2012 at 10:07 am

    Gotta say … looks pretty dang good! ;D

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  46. Lisa @ Oh Boy Oh Boy Oh Boy says

    January 30, 2012 at 9:39 am

    Going to be picking some up myself tonight! I’m interested to see how many Weight Watchers points it is.

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  47. Jackie says

    January 30, 2012 at 8:20 am

    I saw these in the store and wondered about them because I’m always a bit hesitant when it comes to soup. It’s usually salty and the meat in them scares me….
    Since you gave it such rave reviews I’ll have to check it out!

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  48. Janet W. says

    January 30, 2012 at 8:19 am

    I’ve never tried this before but from the looks of it I would have never guessed it came from that package! It looks absolutely delicious!

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  49. Betty says

    January 30, 2012 at 8:17 am

    A can of soup is listed as ‘about 2 servings’ and it inevitably ends up being way more than what one person wants but dividing it into 2 bowls leaves both people feeling shorted. This soup looks wonderful and is being promoted as being the meal vs being a starter. How many ounces of soup did the package make? It looks like you had a satisfying meal size serving along with the added bread. I’d love to try the minestrone … for lunch. wonder if I have one of their coupons in my stash
    Thanks for the review

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  50. BusyWorkingMama says

    January 30, 2012 at 8:06 am

    That’s the exact same one we tried. We all enjoyed it.

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  51. Carol says

    January 30, 2012 at 8:03 am

    I try to avoid processed foods, but did try these after reading the ingredients. The chicken minestrone was awesome.

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  52. Crissy D. says

    January 30, 2012 at 8:02 am

    This soup is delicious! I think it is well worth the price, and very satisfying!

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  53. Jackie says

    January 30, 2012 at 7:47 am

    This looks like it would be nice (easy) winter dinner on a cold night. Thanks for the review.

    Reply
  54. Tricia Nightowlmama says

    January 30, 2012 at 1:11 am

    oh I have a 1.50 off coupon for this in my purse and have been debating on try it.. how exciting. Looks really tasty too. Thanks

    Reply
  55. Jessie C. says

    January 30, 2012 at 1:09 am

    I love Bertolli meal and was thinking to try their soup last time in the store. Thanks for the great review.

    Reply
  56. emma says

    January 30, 2012 at 12:24 am

    It doesn’t look like there are any vegetarian options. I would not be able to try these even though they look good.

    Reply
  57. Ashley says

    January 29, 2012 at 11:59 pm

    Wow, this looks great! I think I’ll buy a bag to give it a try. 🙂

    Reply
  58. Tami says

    January 29, 2012 at 9:32 pm

    Funny … I picked the same soup (had the same reaction at the price … followed by the same later conclusion it was worth it), and even chose breadsticks as my side! But, um, your breadsticks look alot yummier, and your final meal picture is waaaay more impressive! 😉 I need to work on my photography skillz..

    I had previously found, and loved, your blog. Fun to stumble back here today via the Bertolli challenge! 🙂

    Tami
    The Colorado Mountain Mom

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  59. Kelly from Kelly's Lucky You says

    January 29, 2012 at 9:32 pm

    Yummmy!

    The price seems high until you do the cost/per meal calculation – only $3.50 per serving.

    Reply
  60. Lindsay says

    January 29, 2012 at 9:01 pm

    I wish they had a vegetarian option — the tomato florentine one looks delicious, but I’d like it more without chicken!

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  61. Debra B says

    January 29, 2012 at 8:56 pm

    Wow, they do sound delicious and during this cold weather soup can be a great meal that is satisfying and delicious
    I’m going to check out our grocery store next time I am there and see if they are carrying it, I might just have to try it myself, I love soup especially on those chilly nights when something hot & simple makes the perfect dinner

    Thanks for the great review

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  62. Tammy says

    January 29, 2012 at 8:44 pm

    I think I’d love these – and will probably buy a package to have on hand for just me. Yes just me, because my family would pick out half the ingredients in these I bet….sigh….

    Reply
  63. Dina says

    January 29, 2012 at 8:17 pm

    We loved the Roasted Chicken and Rotini Pasta!

    Reply
  64. close to Home says

    January 29, 2012 at 8:01 pm

    we tried the chicken minestrone and loved it.

    Reply
  65. Serendipity is Sweet says

    January 29, 2012 at 7:58 pm

    I have not seen these. That looks pretty good. I love tomato soup! I’ll have to look for these 😉

    Reply
  66. Beeb Ashcroft says

    January 29, 2012 at 7:47 pm

    Gorgeous photo! I tried the same variety yesterday and it was oh so good. Breadsticks would be fab with it!

    Reply
  67. Brenda says

    January 29, 2012 at 7:34 pm

    This was a fun challenge! We had the Tuscan Beef. I love how fresh this soup tasted!

    Reply
  68. Kathy says

    January 29, 2012 at 7:28 pm

    That looks yummy! I am glad you warned me of the sticker shock!

    Reply
  69. Donna B. says

    January 29, 2012 at 7:20 pm

    The Tomato Florentine & Tortellini with Chicken soup looks delicious! Thanks for the review.

    Reply
  70. Heather says

    January 29, 2012 at 6:56 pm

    God, that looks delicious. Said the always hungry pregnant lady.

    Reply
  71. Christine M says

    January 29, 2012 at 6:53 pm

    That looks really good! I just wish they would make them with less sodium =)

    Reply
  72. Spring Ross says

    January 29, 2012 at 6:46 pm

    These do look really great. I’d have to buy four of them to feed my family though! 🙂

    Reply
  73. Diane Sallans says

    January 29, 2012 at 6:44 pm

    I first tried the Bertolli meals at least 6 yrs ago & was very impressed – they were probably the best frozen food I’d tried. Then the prices seemed to keep going up. But then in the last year, they seemed to have gone down a bit. Plus the intro of these soup meals has me buying them again (tho I do look for sales & coupons).

    Reply
  74. Jeremy says

    January 29, 2012 at 5:53 pm

    Wow, this looks really good! This would be nice to take to work and eat for lunch with a co-worker.

    Reply
  75. Julie Wood says

    January 29, 2012 at 5:00 pm

    I love soup, and this soup looks so delicious! Bertolli always makes fine products! I like tortellini, and you show this soup with it. i bet it was Delicious!

    Reply
  76. Stacie says

    January 29, 2012 at 4:53 pm

    I had no idea that they made soups. I will have to check the store here in town for these.

    Reply
  77. Otin says

    January 29, 2012 at 4:47 pm

    Oh Geez that looks wonderful. Between this and your other soup recipes you could open a lunch place. As far as the price goes…it costs seven bucks for one person to get a combo meal at a fast food place.

    Reply
  78. Lisa @ Two Bears Farm says

    January 29, 2012 at 3:40 pm

    That’s the variety I wanted to try! They didn’t have that one at the grocery store I went to – but it sounds so good. It was over $7 at my store and I was surprised as well, but it is very high quality once you try it.

    Reply
  79. Grr says

    January 29, 2012 at 3:40 pm

    it looks this soup is easy to make.
    usually for me soup making is never a good thing to do.

    May be I’ll try my hands at this one.

    Grr

    Reply
  80. Claire says

    January 29, 2012 at 3:30 pm

    These look really easy and yummy! I’ll have to be on the lookout for them next time I go grocery shopping. 🙂 Thanks for a great review.

    Reply
  81. Selene M. says

    January 29, 2012 at 3:21 pm

    this soup sounds delicious. I was wandering if they contained a lot of salt.

    Reply
  82. Ana says

    January 29, 2012 at 3:14 pm

    Those look really good. And I’m not a huge soup fan. I also went on the novica website and they have some awesome stuff.

    Reply
  83. Carrie says

    January 29, 2012 at 3:04 pm

    You know, I have never seen the meals like this before. And I love plenty of their other products…just never ran across the full meal like this.

    I need to open my eyes, I guess. Gonna look for it this week on my dreaded grocery store run.

    Reply
  84. Ms. A says

    January 29, 2012 at 2:48 pm

    I rarely cook for just me, or for just me and hubby for that matter. This sounds like the way to go… when you don’t want to go out!

    Reply
  85. Courtney says

    January 29, 2012 at 2:38 pm

    Wow, I have to check this out!

    Reply
  86. Jennifer Hokanson says

    January 29, 2012 at 2:33 pm

    These look really good! I’d like to try the tuscan style beef and vegetables!

    Reply
  87. Ms. Kathleen says

    January 29, 2012 at 2:32 pm

    Looks so yummy. We loved the beef and veggie soup 🙂

    Reply
  88. Debby Pucci says

    January 29, 2012 at 2:27 pm

    They sound wonderful and pretty easy to make!

    Reply

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