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Indian Head Old Fashioned Stone Ground  Corn Meal, Yellow
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Indian Head Old Fashioned Stone Ground Corn Meal, Yellow

Indian Head
32 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
2g
Protein
0.5g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
12
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Indian Head Old Fashioned Stone Ground Yellow Corn Meal (32 oz) reads like a small-batch staple on supermarket shelves: a family-owned brand dating to 1913, packaged as an enriched, old-fashioned stone-ground corn meal. You would spot it in the baking and cereal aisle alongside other grits, masa, polenta and specialty flours, often near pancake mixes, cornmeal blends and southern-style baking ingredients. It appeals to shoppers looking for heritage pantry items for weeknight cornbread, skillet breakfasts or simple side dishes for holiday meals. The brand positions itself on tradition and authenticity — slow ground on stone buhrs, preserving the germ and natural oils — so its marketing skews toward home cooks who value rustic technique and regional American foodways rather than flashy convenience. The label carries a wholesome, natural halo: phrases like stone ground, old fashioned and family owned, plus the word enriched; there is no organic certification, playful kid branding or novelty claims. In plain terms the product is milled and enriched, not highly formulated. Sensory cues are straightforward: a warm golden color, a slightly coarse, gritty texture that yields tender, crumbly cornbread and crisp breading for fried foods; aroma is gently sweet and corn-forward. Packaging is a 32-ounce bag, typically paper or light plastic, and the ritual use is tactile and domestic — measuring into bowls, whisking with buttermilk or batter, spooning into a hot skillet. It sits culturally as a comforting, practical ingredient linked to regional cooking, family recipes and hands-on home baking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.25 cup
Servings per Container: 30
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate23g8%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars0.5g
Protein2g
* 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

Stone, Ground, Yellow, Corn, Meal,, Niacin,, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:1 / 4

Minimally Processed

Why this score?

This is a single-ingredient milled grain product with added enrichment vitamins; it is minimally processed (stone-ground milling and fortification) rather than an industrially formulated ultra-processed food.

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Common Questions about Indian Head Old Fashioned Stone Ground Corn Meal, Yellow

Well, that depends on how you define 'healthy'! Indian Head corn meal is made from stone-ground yellow corn, which means it retains some nutrients and fiber. It's low in sugar, and with just 110 calories per serving, it can be part of a balanced diet. But remember, 'healthy' also depends on what you're pairing it with and your overall dietary goals.

Perfect For

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