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Resers Signasture Mashed Potato
Deli
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Resers Signasture Mashed Potato

Main St Bistro
24 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
3g
Protein
1g
Sugars
430mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
17
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Main St Bistro Signature Mashed Potato is a 24-ounce refrigerated, ready-to-serve side that sits in the deli/ready-meals section of the supermarket — typically on cold shelves near prepared sides (mac & cheese, gravy, refrigerated stuffing) and next to rotisserie chickens and packaged holiday sides. The tub pitches itself as an easy shortcut for holiday tables, weeknight dinners, and casual gatherings: a comforting, creamy accompaniment that promises a “made-from-scratch” and “restaurant-quality” taste without the labor. Brand positioning leans on approachable, family-oriented restaurant nostalgia: Main St Bistro evokes neighborhood bistro warmth and targets busy households and shoppers who want homemade flavor with minimal effort. Label language highlights real ingredients — “fresh potatoes,” “real milk,” and “butter” — creating a health-halo of wholesomeness despite convenience positioning; there’s no organic certification or kid-focused characters, and the packaging emphasizes quality more than health claims. In plain processing terms it’s a fully prepared commercial side made from real potato and dairy but finished with industrial ingredients (preservative and emulsifier) to extend shelf life and stabilize texture. Sensory notes: pale, buttered mash with a smooth, creamy mouthfeel and occasional black-pepper flecks; warmth releases a rich dairy aroma. Packaging is a shallow plastic tub with a peelable film or snap lid, designed for microwaving or reheating on the stovetop — the ritual is quick heat, stir, and spoon onto plates beside a roast or gravy. It fits American grocery culture as the convenient, comforting standby that shortcuts time while signaling homemade flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 5
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat3.5g18%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium430mg19%
Total Carbohydrate20g7%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars1g
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

Potatoes,, Whole, Milk,, Butter, (Sweet, Cream, [Milk],, Salt),, Salt,, Potassium, Sorbate, (Preservatives),, Mono-, and, Diglycerides,, Black, Pepper..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Mono- and Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
No EmulsifierNo Preservative

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?

Although made from real potatoes, milk, and butter, the product includes industrial additives such as potassium sorbate (a preservative) and mono- and diglycerides (emulsifiers) and is a ready-to-eat prepared food, placing it in the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category.

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Common Questions about Resers Signasture Mashed Potato

The Signature Mashed Potato is a comforting side that offers a balance of flavors and nutrients. With 140 calories and 3 grams of protein per half-cup serving, it's not a superfood, but it's certainly a satisfying option when you're craving something creamy. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things to different folks, so think about how it fits into your overall meal plan!

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