When the cold weather comes in, it's natural to reach for those warm, filling comfort foods we remember from childhood. Today's busy moms need quick and easy-to-prepare options, so even though we may not cook exactly the same way our mothers and grandmothers did, our kids can still enjoy some of the same hearty meals with Ragu Old World Style Original Sauce.
A group of 75 Go2Girlz recently tested Ragú® Old World Style™ Original Sauce with their families, and the results were very positive! Nearly all of our product testing panel said they would buy Ragú® again (many already have!) and they were also almost unanimous in their recommendation of Ragú® to friends and other mothers. So it seems the Go2Girlz, agree: Ragú® is a family-pleaser. But we all know that just because the kids like it doesn't mean it's going to tick all the boxes for mom. What else does Ragú® have going for it?
• The smooth, flavourful, classic sauce that kids love
• Two servings of veggies in every half cup of smooth sauce!
• Source of Fibre and Vitamin A
• Low Fat, Trans Fat Free and Saturated Fat Free
• Suggested retail price: $2.49/700 mL and $3.49 for NEW 1.2L size
In fact, it was the two servings of veggies as well as the other nutritional benefits (low fat, trans fat free and saturated fat free) that really appealed the most to our moms. After all, who wouldn't love a product that will get kids to consume two servings of vegetables without even realizing they're doing it? Most kids will eat pasta with gusto, but many of them pick out the chunky veggies and miss out on some of the nutritional value. Not anymore! With Ragú®, they're eating their veggies and loving every bite! In fact, the only drawback that our testers really mentioned with Ragú® was that some of the grown-ups found it too smooth and mild - exactly the things that will appeal to many picky children. However, some of our more inventive testers added their own touches to Ragú®; serving any picky children first, then adding meat, chunky vegetables or spices to zest up the meal for the adults.
But what did the Go2Girlz themselves had to say? Here's a sampling of their comments:
The main plus to this sauce was that my 2 kids who hate tomato-based pasta sauces both loved it. Kristen, mom of 6
The fact that it has 2 servings of veggies per half cup is fantastic. Especially for those with picky eaters. They would not be able to tell that there are veggies in here. -- Sari, mom of 1
It tastes great!! And the hidden veggies for the kids is the perfect mix! -- Natasha, mom of 3
It is easy to prepare and nutritious...2 of the most important things to busy moms! -- Melodie, mom of 3
This product tastes great, my family loves it and it is a quick healthy choice for dinner. -- Tracey, mom of 2
It is loaded with veggies, and simple to use. Heat and serve over pasta! -- Tanya, mom of 4
It was enjoyed by all of us - even our daughter who doesn't usually eat spaghetti asked for seconds! -- Dawn, mom of 2
Everyone in the house, children and adults, thoroughly enjoyed this sauce and definitely want to have it again. -- Jennifer, mom of 3
My kids loved it on their pasta, my son wants me to stock up. -- Linda, mom of 3
Great. I use tomato sauce a lot and I liked that there were two servings of veggies in each 1/2 cup serving. -- Jennifer, mom of 1
Smooth texture hides veggies from kids. -- Tina, mom of 3
It was so easy to prepare and I didn't need to add anything to enhance the flavour. -- Dawn, mom of 1
• The smooth, flavourful, classic sauce that kids love
• Two servings of veggies in every half cup of smooth sauce!
• Source of Fibre and Vitamin A
• Low Fat, Trans Fat Free and Saturated Fat Free
• Suggested retail price: $2.49/700 mL and $3.49 for NEW 1.2L size
In fact, it was the two servings of veggies as well as the other nutritional benefits (low fat, trans fat free and saturated fat free) that really appealed the most to our moms. After all, who wouldn't love a product that will get kids to consume two servings of vegetables without even realizing they're doing it? Most kids will eat pasta with gusto, but many of them pick out the chunky veggies and miss out on some of the nutritional value. Not anymore! With Ragú®, they're eating their veggies and loving every bite! In fact, the only drawback that our testers really mentioned with Ragú® was that some of the grown-ups found it too smooth and mild - exactly the things that will appeal to many picky children. However, some of our more inventive testers added their own touches to Ragú®; serving any picky children first, then adding meat, chunky vegetables or spices to zest up the meal for the adults.
But what did the Go2Girlz themselves had to say? Here's a sampling of their comments:
The main plus to this sauce was that my 2 kids who hate tomato-based pasta sauces both loved it. Kristen, mom of 6
The fact that it has 2 servings of veggies per half cup is fantastic. Especially for those with picky eaters. They would not be able to tell that there are veggies in here. -- Sari, mom of 1
It tastes great!! And the hidden veggies for the kids is the perfect mix! -- Natasha, mom of 3
It is easy to prepare and nutritious...2 of the most important things to busy moms! -- Melodie, mom of 3
This product tastes great, my family loves it and it is a quick healthy choice for dinner. -- Tracey, mom of 2
It is loaded with veggies, and simple to use. Heat and serve over pasta! -- Tanya, mom of 4
It was enjoyed by all of us - even our daughter who doesn't usually eat spaghetti asked for seconds! -- Dawn, mom of 2
Everyone in the house, children and adults, thoroughly enjoyed this sauce and definitely want to have it again. -- Jennifer, mom of 3
My kids loved it on their pasta, my son wants me to stock up. -- Linda, mom of 3
Great. I use tomato sauce a lot and I liked that there were two servings of veggies in each 1/2 cup serving. -- Jennifer, mom of 1
Smooth texture hides veggies from kids. -- Tina, mom of 3
It was so easy to prepare and I didn't need to add anything to enhance the flavour. -- Dawn, mom of 1
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We liked the flavour of the sauce... and I loved the extra veggies! I still wish the sauce was a bit thicker, but nothing that an extra can of tomato paste can't fix.
Awww thank you we enjoyed a perfect meal as a family.....the kids loved it!!
We really enjoyed it here.. even the picky no-veggie eaters! :) Thank you!
Our family loved this rich, nutritious sauce. I have had multiple requests for more!
While I liked that it was low in fat, had 2 servings of veggies and nicely spiced, I found it to be quite salty, so I mixed in more tomatoes and hamburger to make a nice meat sauce for spaghetti and did not need to add any more seasonings.
I loved that I could get extra veggies in my kids without the fight. They loved the sauce and asked for it again after it was gone. :)
This was a great product test...thanks for the opportunity! My kids loved it as well as my husband...I loved that it was quick and nutritious!
Thanks for letting us taste test! I liked that it was not too spicy, but very flavorful. My picky daughter (age 6) ate it with spaghetti and my hubby thought it was just the right thickness. I I loved that there were no leftovers!
Kids love the "appearance" of plain sauce...little do they know it is good for them!
Our family loves Ragu. It's mild flavour and smooth consistency is a hit with the kids. Their favourite meal is spaghetti and meatballs, ours is lasagna. Great to learn that not only does it taste great, but it is also good for you.
It was a different then most sauces we use, but it was good!
we are big fans in our house.
it's one of the only things we all five of us eat!
I looooooooove the Ragu....
Like I said before.....we luved it, thank you so much!!
My family loves Ragu. Thanks
My whole family loves this sauce. It has a great flavor and consistency that works well in many dishes. I love the new, more colorful label too.
We really enjoyed testing out this product. It's something I'll look for in the store and use again.
Our family really enjoyed the sauce - and I loved that it contained two servings of veggies!
Great to use plain for the kids and as a base sauce (I added roasted garlic, shallots, chunky eggplant and zucchini) for the adults.
Actually it tastest great with everything. My kid loves it, even on rice (amazing right?)
I use it with pasta, rice even potatoes, as a side dish or garnish with salad.
Just all around well done, especially when you add some garlic and eggplant to it.
Bonnie Smith
COO/Director FXP
http://www.forexpulse.com
We never use premade sauce (usually just smush up a can of tomatoes and add whatever), so I was a bit sceptical. Everyone loved the taste (even my 5 year old pasta avoider). I would definitely use it again. Makes dinner WAY easier!
My family loved the sauce. I loved the fact that my 5 year old was eating a serving of veggies without realizing it. The flavour was great and it didn't need any additional seasoning unlike some other prepared pasta sauces.
Thanks guys, I haven't tried it yet, but since one of the only thing my picky 2 year old will eat is spaghetti -- I'm going to be buying tons of this