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Arnold Stuffing, Seasoned
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Arnold Stuffing, Seasoned

Arnold
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
3g
Protein
1g
Sugars
350mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
48
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Arnold Seasoned Cubed Stuffing (12 oz) sits on the grocery store shelf in the dry mixes aisle, near crumbs, boxed side-dish mixes, and rice/pasta sides — often adjacent to other holiday and convenience meal aids. Shoppers pull this box for Thanksgiving and holiday dinners, weeknight family meals when time is tight, and as a pantry staple for emergency or storm prep. The brand leans on Arnold’s bread-making heritage, positioning the product as a familiar, family-oriented solution: traditional, reliable, and aimed at busy households who want classic flavors without starting from scratch. Packaging and marketing use comforting language — "made with only the best ingredients" — that creates a mild health halo, but there are no organic or specialty certifications and no child-focused characters or bright kid-centric branding. In plain language, this is a ready-made, highly processed boxed mix: refined flours, added sugars, interesterified vegetable shortenings, and flavoring agents designed to ensure long shelf life and consistent taste. Sensory notes: the box contains dry, seasoned cubed bread that is crisp and lightweight until moistened with broth; after baking or simmering it becomes soft, slightly chewy, and savory with warm herb and onion notes. The ritual is familiar — combine with stock, sometimes sautéed onions or sausage, and bake alongside turkey or in a casserole dish; the simple convenience evokes family gatherings and quick midweek dinners. The product’s utility and nostalgic ties make it a common grab for cooks who want comfort with minimal prep.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.67 cup
Servings per Container: 14
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium350mg15%
Total Carbohydrate18g7%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein3g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Enriched, Wheat, Flour, [Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate, (Vitamin, B1),, Riboflavin, (Vitamin, B2),, Folic, Acid],, Sugar,, Salt,, Vegetable, Shortening, [Interesterified, High, Oleic, Soybean, Oil,, Interesterified, Soybean, Oil],, Contains, 2%, Or, Less, Of, Each, Of, The, Following:, [Yeast,, Onion,, Spices, [Includes, Celery],, Grain, Vinegar,, Natural, Flavors,, Soy, Lecithin]..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The ingredient list contains refined enriched flour, added sugar, interesterified vegetable shortenings, and flavoring agents — characteristic of ultra-processed foods designed for long shelf life and minimal preparation.

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Common Questions about Arnold Stuffing, Seasoned

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! Arnold Stuffing has some decent points, like being low in sugar and containing some vitamins from enriched flour. However, it does have added sugars and sodium, so if you’re watching those, it might not be your go-to.

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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