11 Hy-Vee Italian Meals That Are Better Than a Restaurant (For a Fraction of the Cost)

Fans of Hy-Vee may love it for its customer service or affordable prices to help you save money on groceries, but they also keep coming back for its convenient dinner options. The store has plenty of pre-made meals that are easy to grab for a quick bite at home.

Check out some delicious Italian meals you can get at Hy-Vee that are almost as good as eating out — and a whole lot cheaper.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $4.50

Perfect for a busy weeknight, the Hy-Vee Take & Bake Pepperoni Flatbread Pizza can be made in less than 10 minutes in your oven.

You can also choose other options for the same price, including a meat lover's version or a supreme flatbread pizza.

Price: $12.99

Get food for four with the Mealtime Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, which comes in a 35-ounce container so everyone can fill up, although the store also has smaller versions depending on what you need.

The fettuccine alfredo features noodles and grilled chicken covered in alfredo sauce and parmesan cheese.

Price: $7.00

Add some pasta to your shopping list with the Mealtime Baked Ziti. The baked ziti comes in a 14-ounce container, which is perfect for a meal for one and is packed with pasta, sauce, and cheese for a delightful dinner.

Price: $9.99

You can pick up a pizza for less than you would pay for a typical pizza delivered to your home. The Mia Italian Take & Bake Pizza Large Traditional Crust Cheese is a round pizza that can be ready in less than 15 minutes in your oven.

Price: $13.99

Have a meal for four with the Mealtime Lasagna Family Size with 41 ounces of cheese, noodles, and meat sauce to satisfy everyone in the family.

Price: $5.99

Breadsticks can be a great side for an Italian meal you buy at Hy-Vee or an easy side for a meal you make at home.

Check out the Take & Bake Cheesy Breadsticks, which comes in an 18.7-ounce package and simply needs to be tossed in the oven.

Price: $12.99

Grab a hearty ready-to-go meal with the Mealtime Macaroni & Beef that comes in a 28-ounce version to serve at home.

You can also grab a 14-ounce version if you just need enough for yourself for a good lunch or dinner.

Price: $6.00

When it comes to Italian meals, there's nothing more classic than Mealtime Spaghetti & Meatballs.

The Hy-Vee version is a single 14.5-ounce serving so you can grab one on your way home for dinner or pick up a few to store in your freezer for later.

Price: $9.99

Try a pizza with a crispy crust when you grab the Mia Italian Take & Bake Pizza Large Tuscano Crisp Crust Cheese.

The small version will take around 10 to 12 minutes to cook in your oven.

Price: $3.99

Another easy side is Garlic Breadsticks and Sauce featuring breadsticks brushed with butter and parmesan cheese.

The breadsticks come with a marinara sauce to give them some extra flavor whether you're eating them on their own or as a side for dinner.

Price: $5.99

The Hy-Vee Calzone is a unique Italian specialty featuring meat, cheese, and sauce stuffed in a pizza crust and baked until it's ready to be taken home.

The 9-ounce calzone also comes with marinara sauce to dip it in for some extra Italian flavor.

Hy-Vee can be a great option if you want to save money by eating at home alone or with your family without the hassle or cost of going to a restaurant.

If you do still want to go out for a meal, there are ways to save money eating out such as downloading a restaurant's app or signing up for a loyalty program to earn points and perks.