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Just Crack An Egg Denver Scramble
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Just Crack An Egg Denver Scramble

Just Crack An Egg
3 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
8g
Protein
1g
Sugars
350mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
61
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Just Crack An Egg Denver Scramble is a single-serve refrigerated breakfast kit that sits in the store’s chilled prepared foods aisle—usually near refrigerated egg products, breakfast sandwiches, and microwavable omelets—where shoppers grab quick morning solutions. The kit’s story centers on convenience and DIY freshness: customers crack a fresh egg into the cup, stir in the potato, cheddar, ham, pepper and onion mix, and microwave for a two-minute scramble. It’s aimed at busy commuters, students, and time-pressed parents who want a protein-forward start without cooking from scratch. The brand leans on practical, feel-good messaging — “fuel up,” “good source of protein” — and positions itself as a smarter convenience option, often highlighted to low-carb or high-protein shoppers. Packaging cues add a homey halo: photos of fluffy eggs, mentions of applewood smoked ham and cheddar, and a suggestion to “customize with two eggs” create a wholesome impression, though there’s no organic certification; small “natural” or preservative notes may appear near ingredient details. Processing context: this is a manufactured convenience kit with added stabilizers and preservatives (modified food starch, natamycin, seasoning solutions) to extend shelf life and ensure consistent microwave performance. Sensory details: the kit comes in a plastic cup with a foil lid and seasoning pouch; when prepared it yields soft, fluffy scrambled egg texture mingled with tender potato cubes, melty mild cheddar and smoky ham bites, with sweet-snap from green peppers and the faint bite of onion. The ritual—crack, stir, microwave—makes it an easy, portable breakfast ritual for rushed mornings or on-the-go days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat4g20%
Cholesterol30mg10%
Sodium350mg15%
Total Carbohydrate6g2%
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

POTATOES,, CHEDDAR, CHEESE, ([PASTEURIZED, MILK,, CHEESE, CULTURE,, SALT,, ENZYMES,, ANNATTO, (COLOR)],, MODIFIED, FOOD, STARCH, ADDED, TO, PREVENT, CAKING,, NATAMYCIN, [A, NATURAL, MOLD, INHIBITOR]),, APPLEWOOD, SMOKED, HAM, -, CONTAINS, 18%, OF, SEASONING, SOLUTION, (HAM,, WATER,, CULTURED, DEXTROSE*,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, SALT,, BROWN, SUGAR,, CULTURED, CELERY, JUICE*,, VINEGAR*,, SODIUM, PHOSPHATES,, CHERRY, POWDER., *INGREDIENT, TO, PRESERVE, QUALITY),, GREEN, PEPPERS,, ONIONS,, CITRIC, ACID..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • NATAMYCIN - Synthetic preservative
  • ANNATTO - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This is an ultra-processed product: it contains industrial formulations and additives (modified food starch, natamycin, seasoning solutions, sodium phosphates) and is designed as a ready-to-heat convenience kit rather than minimally processed ingredients.

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Common Questions about Just Crack An Egg Denver Scramble

The Just Crack An Egg Denver Scramble can be a healthy option, especially if you're looking for a quick protein boost. With 8 grams of protein and only 120 calories per serving, it offers a decent balance for breakfast or a snack. However, it does contain preservatives and artificial coloring, so it's best enjoyed as part of a varied diet rather than a daily staple.

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