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Hebrew National Franks Beef in a Blanket
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Hebrew National Franks Beef in a Blanket

Hebrew National
18.40 oz
Available at Foodtown
310
Calories
8g
Protein
1g
Sugars
590mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
76
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Hebrew National Franks Beef in a Blanket is a frozen, ready-to-bake appetizer that you would spot in the freezer aisle near other party snacks — think frozen pigs-in-a-blanket, mini quiches, party wings and convenience frozen hors d'oeuvres. Packaged as an 18.4 oz box of bite-sized puff pastry-wrapped mini beef franks, the product pitches quick entertaining and easy weeknight solutions. It fits occasions like game-day gatherings, after-school snacks and last-minute party trays for guests. The brand leans on a long heritage and kosher identity, positioning itself as a trusted, family-oriented meat brand that promises premium 100% kosher beef and a century-old spice blend; the marketing targets busy parents and hosts who want familiar, meat-forward comfort foods with perceived quality assurance. Label claims include no artificial flavors, artificial colors or by-products and highlight kosher and beef quality, creating health halos without organic or non-GMO certification; allergen and ingredient statements note wheat and soy. In plain processing context, this is an industrially manufactured, frozen convenience food made from processed meat, refined flours and several additives and preservatives. Sensory notes: warm, flaky golden puff pastry gives a crisp outer shell that yields to a lightly spiced, salty mini beef frank with a tender, springy texture; aroma is buttery pastry and savory cured meat. The box instructs a 20–22 minute bake until puffed and lightly browned, making the serving ritual a simple oven bake and plate for dipping or passing around. Overall it sits at the intersection of nostalgic, grab-and-serve snacking and modern frozen convenience culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 5
Servings per Container: 6
Calories310
% Daily Value*
Total Fat25g32%
Saturated Fat10g50%
Trans Fat0.5g
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium590mg26%
Total Carbohydrate13g5%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein8g
* 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

Beef, Frank, (Beef,, Water,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, Of:, Salt,, Spice,, Sodium, Lactate,, Paprika,, Hydrolyzed, Soy, Protein,, Garlic, Powder,, Sodium, Diacetate,, Sodium, Erythorbate,, Flavoring,, Sodium, Nitrite),, Pastry, Dough, (Enriched, Wheat, Flour, [Bleached, Wheat, Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid],, Water,, Fractionated, Palm, Oil,, Canola, Oil,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, Of:, Soybean, Oil,, Salt,, Annatto, [Color],, Wheat, Gluten,, Dough, Conditioner, [Sodium, Stearoyl, Lactylate,, Calcium, Sulfate,, L-Cysteine],, Monocalcium, Phosphate)., CONTAINS:, SOY,, WHEAT.

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate - Processed emulsifier
  • Sodium Nitrite - Synthetic preservative
  • Annatto - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo 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 processed meat, refined enriched flour pastry, industrial additives (emulsifiers, preservatives, flavorings) and is sold as a ready-to-heat frozen snack, characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Hebrew National Franks Beef in a Blanket

The healthiness of Beef in a Blanket really depends on your dietary goals and lifestyle. With 310 calories and 25g of fat per serving, it's definitely more indulgent than a salad! If you're looking for a quick snack or a fun meal, it can fit into a balanced diet, but if you're counting calories or fat, you might want to enjoy these in moderation.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
back-to-school
movie-night

Vibe:

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