Comfort Takes On A Contemporary Twist In New DELIGHTS From Marie Callender's Featuring Smart Ingredient Swaps

CHICAGO, Sept. 12, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Marie Callender's^®, a brand of Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), is introducing new DELIGHTS dinners this summer, an exciting modern take on classic comfort foods.

"New DELIGHTS dinners deliver a flavorful twist on comfort food favorites, featuring smart ingredient swaps like lean turkey for beef to meet evolving consumer preferences," said Casey Richards, brand director, Marie Callender's.

Available in six varieties, the new meals are prepared with lean proteins, more contemporary and colorful vegetables and sauces, and contain no artificial preservatives, flavors or colors.

• Roasted Turkey & Sweet Potato Stuffing: Lean turkey breast tenderloin and sweet potato and cranberry stuffing pair delightfully with a chardonnay wine sauce.
• Baked Turkey Meatballs in a Crushed Tomato Basil Sauce: Meatballs made with lean turkey and freshly made pasta in a crushed tomato and basil sauce.
• Baked Turkey Meatloaf with Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Sauce: A savory combination of seasoned leafy greens, roasted potatoes, and a baked turkey meatloaf smothered in roasted red pepper tomato sauce.
• Baked Country Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes: Sweet potatoes and leafy greens with baked white meat chicken. Topped with delicious white wine caramelized onion sauce, it's an excellent source of protein.
• Panko Herb Crusted Chicken with a Multi-grain Medley: A delectable combination of panko and herb breaded chicken and vegetables with rice and Quinoa.
• Balsamic Glazed Chicken with Harvest Vegetables: Brussels sprouts and baked white meat chicken in a balsamic glaze.

The new meals are available now at grocery stores nationwide for the suggested retail price of $3.69.

For more information, including where to find the new Marie Callender's DELIGHTS, visit www.mariecallendersmeals.com.

About Conagra Brands

Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), headquartered in Chicago, is one of North America's leading branded food companies. Guided by an entrepreneurial spirit, Conagra Brands combines a rich heritage of making great food with a sharpened focus on innovation. The company's portfolio is evolving to satisfy people's changing food preferences. Conagra's iconic brands, such as Marie Callender's®, Reddi-wip®, Hunt's®, Healthy Choice®, Slim Jim® and Orville Redenbacher's®, as well as emerging brands, including Alexia®, Blake's®, Frontera® and Duke's®, offer choices for every occasion. With an ongoing commitment to corporate citizenship, Conagra Brands has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability™ North America Index for six consecutive years. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com.

For more information, please contact:
Amy Morgan
Conagra Brands
[phone]
[e-mail] 
www.conagrabrands.com

 

View original content with multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/comfort-takes-on-a-contemporary-twist-in-new-delights-from-marie-callenders-featuring-smart-ingredient-swaps-300508095.html

SOURCE Conagra Brands, Inc.

Copyright 2017 PR Newswire