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Furlani Garlic Knots
Frozen Foods
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Furlani Garlic Knots

Furlani
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
3g
Protein
1g
Sugars
230mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
62
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Furlani Garlic Knots arrive as a petite, convenience-focused bakery item you’re most likely to find in the frozen foods aisle next to frozen pizzas, breadsticks, and par-baked rolls. Packaged in a small box or sealed pouch with an oven-ready tray, they are aimed at shoppers grabbing a quick side for weeknight pasta, a game-day platter, or an easy appetizer for impromptu guests. The brand leans on traditional Italian-American bakery imagery—comforting family meals and casual entertaining—positioning itself for busy parents and young adults who want an indulgent, low-effort carbohydrate accompaniment. Labeling often highlights “Parmesan” or “made with real cheese” and convenience cues like “ready to bake,” but there are no organic seals or overt kid-centric mascots; the design trades playful graphics for straightforward, appetite-oriented photography. In plain terms this is a processed, ready-to-heat product containing refined flour, added sugars, emulsifiers and flavorings to ensure shelf stability and consistent texture. Sensory impressions on the plate: soft, pillowy interiors with a slightly chewy crumb and a glossy, garlicky, buttery surface studded with dried parsley and a salty Parmesan bite; the aroma is warm and savory when browned in the oven. Rituals tied to this product include breaking knots apart to dunk in marinara, tucking them alongside a simple pasta, or serving on a party platter. They satisfy quick cravings for warm, shareable carbs and fit squarely in American grocery culture as an accessible, comfort-oriented convenience food.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 6
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4g5%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium230mg10%
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

Knot:, Enriched, Wheat, Flour, (Flour,, Ascorbic, Acid, Added, as, a, Dough, Conditioner,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Water,, Sugar,, Soybean, Oil,, Salt,, Yeast,, Whey,, Mono-, and, Diglycerides,, Sunflower, Oil,, Microbial, Enzymes,, Spread:, Soybean, Oil,, Water,, Parmesan, Cheese, (Milk,, Salt,, Bacterial, Culture,, Microbial, Enzymes),, Dried, Garlic,, Palm, Oil,, Salt,, Citrus, Fiber,, Mono-, and, Diglycerides,, Natural, Flavor,, Dried, Parsley,, Beta-Carotene, (Color)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Mono- and Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Beta-Carotene - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

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?

Contains industrially processed ingredients (refined/enriched flour, added sugar, emulsifiers like mono- and diglycerides, 'natural flavor', palm/soy oils, and microbial enzymes) and is formulated for convenience and shelf stability, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed).

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Common Questions about Furlani Garlic Knots

The term 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, depending on your dietary goals. At 120 calories per serving, they're a tasty treat rather than a nutritional powerhouse. If you're looking for a quick snack or side, they can fit into a balanced diet, but they’re not exactly a superfood!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

comfortingconvenientnostalgic
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