Essentials Frozen Mixed Vegetables 1kg

Okay on a budget. If you are on a budget then this a great product to have fresh cheap and available ingredients. I didn’t like the chunks of carrots as they were too big and didn’t cook as quickly as the other vegetables. They were left a little crunchy.

Packaging is misleading, potato cubes are odd. Looking at the image on the packet, I opened this expecting bigger pieces. The contents are sized like the common pea/corn/carrot cube mix. Potato is an odd addition for me. I feel like there are very few dishes I could add this to without the potato falling apart, unless it's "special" potato and not the real deal. I've popped it back in the freezer for now. I might add a little at a time to fried rice or maybe a curried mince? Samosas anyone?I probably won't buy this again because of the packaging being unclear and the incompatibility with the dishes I normally cook.

Convenient but nothing special. I find most frozen veg quite unappetising and tasteless (other than peas) and sadly these are no different Best thing about them is that they're convenient if you need diced veggies in a hurry, but im never in that much of a hurry Quite nice though in summer, cooked and allowed to cool, then mix in a nice egg mayonnaise and chill before eating. Alternatively just thrown into a soup of casserole to bulk it up Would I buy? Personally no Are they good value/quality? Value is great, and quality on par with the more expensive brand named products Only 3 out of 5, but thats solely based on my personal taste. Nothing wrong with them if you like that kind of stuff

Belgium? Seriously Woolies!!!! First my annoyance at how this was packed in Belgium from multiple origins and I am guessing none of those origins were in Australia. Seriously why isnt Woolies supporting Australian farmers. No wonder they are doing it tough when they have to compete with cheap imports. Anyway rant over and on to taste. I am not sure why they have potato squares in this and first time I have ever experienced this. I cooked to instructions and found that the beans were very rubbery and could have been cooked longer but the others were fine. The potatoes were actually very soft so any longer and they would have been mush. Nope wont be buying again as they want to be cooked at different times. But they will go nicely in a casserole but after I finish ... MoreBelgium? Seriously Woolies!!!! First my annoyance at how this was packed in Belgium from multiple origins and I am guessing none of those origins were in Australia. Seriously why isnt Woolies supporting Australian farmers. No wonder they are doing it tough when they have to compete with cheap imports. Anyway rant over and on to taste. I am not sure why they have potato squares in this and first time I have ever experienced this. I cooked to instructions and found that the beans were very rubbery and could have been cooked longer but the others were fine. The potatoes were actually very soft so any longer and they would have been mush. Nope wont be buying again as they want to be cooked at different times. But they will go nicely in a casserole but after I finish this sample wont be buying again purely on importation issues.

Not Australian produce. These are cheap and I guess handy to have in the freezer but they are pretty bland. My family complained as we always only eat fresh vegetables except frozen peas and corn. I ended up throwing the balance in a soup I was making. Again Woolworths loose points for not made in Australia ... you would think we could get these vegetables in Australia wouldn't you! Quote from Rosie77 "Packed in Belgium from multiple sources, which could be from anywhere! Not all countries have food safety standards as exemplary as Australia. So that would be another black cross against them. " I agree totally and no excuse for not buying Australian produce. These taste the same as other mixed frozen vegetables to me so I don't believe there is any compromise in ... MoreNot Australian produce. These are cheap and I guess handy to have in the freezer but they are pretty bland. My family complained as we always only eat fresh vegetables except frozen peas and corn. I ended up throwing the balance in a soup I was making. Again Woolworths loose points for not made in Australia ... you would think we could get these vegetables in Australia wouldn't you! Quote from Rosie77 "Packed in Belgium from multiple sources, which could be from anywhere! Not all countries have food safety standards as exemplary as Australia. So that would be another black cross against them. " I agree totally and no excuse for not buying Australian produce. These taste the same as other mixed frozen vegetables to me so I don't believe there is any compromise in quality.

Unpleasant. I found these easily enough in the freezer. I don't like the brown packaging, I found it rather off putting. Perhaps a green background might be better. I don't mind frozen vegetables (as they are the next best thing nutritionally to fresh veg) however we did not enjoy these. I did not overcook them but they were still quite "mushy" and lacking in flavour compared to my usual brand name vegetables. I am not convinced to change brands on this product. Sorry Woolworths.

Bachelors take note. Five vegetables in one!So, you are not into cooking or just lazy in the kitchen and more often than not have take away. This is a quick and healthy option. Frozen vege's contain up to 90% of their nutritional value. This product is time saving containing five vege's. No peeling, cutting, chopping required!I made chicken stock from the left over BBQ chook. Added the vege's and some of the chicken and "wolla" quick easy meal. Just add your favourite spices.

Good Mix of Vegs. These are not too bad for homebrand, they come up to the other frozen vegs. Like the mix vegs, with the beans mix in, and there was the right amount vegs, you didnt get too much of one and not enough of others... They go great in Cottage pie, Fried rice, and just on their own. but one thing is, not a fan of the potatoes. Would be nicer without them for us. Another thing is, they arent australian, i do prefer ozzie frozen veg, if the store is out of my usual frozen mixed vegs, then yes i would buy them.

4 for convenience. I approached this product with trepidation as 1. I prefer fresh vegetables2. I looked at the country of origin. Despite the disadvantages as I see them with the product, I like the idea of them as a convenience to have in the freezer. For a quick meal, they are invaluable. They save all that peeling and chopping up. I wouldn't use them for a meal except for putting in a soup, rice dish or stew or wrapped in pastry or drowned with a cheese sauce. I find them a bit watery and lacking taste and texture. Mmm. Packed in Belgium from multiple sources, which could be from anywhere! Not all countries have food safety standards as exemplary as Australia. So that would be another black cross against them. Despite all of the above, they are cheap and convenient.

Frozen veg alternative. Added to chicken stir fry for a quick dinner. Unfortunately frozen veg do have a flavour of their own. Added sauces and spices which enhanced the meal. Not a big fan of this particular pack.