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Grown In Idaho Potato Puffs
Frozen Foods
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Grown In Idaho Potato Puffs

Lamb Weston
28 oz
Available at Foodtown
180
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
360mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
34
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Lamb Weston Grown In Idaho Potato Puffs (28 oz) lives in the frozen aisle, usually shelved near other frozen potatoes — shoestring fries, tater tots and hash browns — and close to party appetizers and family dinner staples. It reads like a convenience item for busy shoppers stocking a family freezer or planning a casual gathering. Occasions: weeknight dinners, game-day snack spreads and kid-friendly weekend brunches. Brand positioning leans into Americana and provenance: the “Grown In Idaho” callout evokes farm-grown potatoes and straightforward value, while Lamb Weston markets to time-pressed parents and hosts who want familiar, crowd-pleasing sides. Label characteristics mix a rustic claim about origin with typical frozen-food cues — no organic or non-GMO badge, but “natural flavors” and ingredient transparency on the panel can create a mild health halo for shoppers scanning quickly. Processing context: these are peeled, processed, formed and frozen convenience potatoes with added oil, dextrose and a phosphate for color retention — ready to bake or air-fry. Sensory details: out of the oven they come golden and pillow-like, with a crisp exterior and a fluffy, starchy interior; subtle garlic and onion notes and a light salt finish; the texture contrasts make them a favorite for dipping. Packaged in a large resealable box/bag combination designed for freezer storage, the eating ritual is simple — oven or air-fryer heat, plate up, dunk in ketchup, ranch or aioli — a familiar small-ceremony for kids and adults alike.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3.0
Servings per Container: 9
Calories180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Sodium360mg16%
Total Carbohydrate21g8%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars1g
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

Idaho, Potatoes,, Vegetable, Oil, (Contains, One, or, More, of, the, Following:, Canola,, Palm,, Soybean,, Sunflower),, Salt,, Corn, Flour,, Dehydrated, Potato,, Dextrose,, Disodium, Dihydrogen, Pyrophosphate, (to, Promote, Color, Retention),, Natural, Flavors,, Garlic, Powder,, Onion, Powder..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Palm - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

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?

Contains processed potato ingredients, added oils, dextrose, phosphates and 'natural flavors' and is industrially manufactured and frozen — fitting the NOVA ultraprocessed category.

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Common Questions about Grown In Idaho Potato Puffs

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? These potato puffs are certainly a fun snack option, especially if you’re looking for something crispy and satisfying. They have a moderate calorie count and some fiber, but they’re not exactly a superfood. It’s all about balance — enjoy them as part of a varied diet!

Perfect For

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weekend-brunch
movie-night

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