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Mrs Ts Pierogies, Cheddar Cheese, Ranch Seasoned with Bacon
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Mrs Ts Pierogies, Cheddar Cheese, Ranch Seasoned with Bacon

Mrs. T's
21.06 oz
Available at Foodtown
220
Calories
7g
Protein
1g
Sugars
670mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
141
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Mrs. T's Pierogies, Cheddar Cheese, Ranch Seasoned with Bacon is a frozen convenience staple you would spot in the supermarket freezer aisle, shelved near other frozen dumplings, stuffed pastas, tater tots and quick-prep sides. Packaged in a colorful branded bag with appetizing photography, it reads as an easy comfort meal for families and singles who want a hot, savory side or quick main without much prep. The product leans into Midwestern, comfort-food heritage while using a playful flavor mashup—cheddar, ranch and bacon—that targets busy parents, college students and value-minded shoppers looking for indulgent simplicity. Labeling highlights flavor descriptors rather than health credentials; there are no organic or natural certifications and the ingredient list shows a number of processed components and flavor systems, though the front panel emphasizes cheesy, bacon-forward taste. In plain terms this is an ultra-convenience frozen item intended for pan-frying, boiling or oven-roasting; ritual use often involves a skillet to crisp the outsides, a scoop of sour cream or ketchup for dipping, and quick assembly for weeknight dinners, game-day spreads or late-night snacks. Sensory expectations are pillowy dough pockets with a creamy, seasoned cheddar filling studded with bacon bits and a tang of ranch; textures vary from soft and pillowy when boiled to golden and crispy when pan-fried. The 21.06 oz size is shareable for small gatherings and fits into American grocery culture as an affordable, familiar shortcut for comfort-focused eating occasions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12
Servings per Container: 0.4
Calories220
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4g5%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium670mg29%
Total Carbohydrate39g14%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars1g
Protein7g
* 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

Water,, Enriched, Flour, (Wheat, Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Potato, Flakes, (Potatoes,, Mono, and, Diglycerides,, Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate,, Citric, Acid, [Preserves, Color]),, Soybean, Oil,, Bacon, (Cured, with, Water,, Salt,, Sugar,, Sodium, Erythorbate,, Sodium, Nitrite,, Smoke, Flavoring,, Dextrose,, Brown, Sugar,, Sodium, Phosphate,, Potassium, Chloride,, Sodium, Diacetate,, Flavoring,, Honey),, Cheddar, Flavor, (Salt,, Whey,, Maltodextrin,, Cheddar, Cheese, [Cultured, Bilk,, Salt,, Enzymes],, Buttermilk,, Natural, Flavor,, Nonfat, Dry, Milk,, Citric, Acid,, Disodium, Inosinate, and, Guanylate,, Dextrose,, Disodium, Phosphate,, Silicon, Dioxide,, Onion, Powder,, Dextrin,, Butter, Derivatives,, Sorbitol,, Tricalcium, Phosphate,, Xanthan, Gum,, Garlic, Powder),, Dehydrated, Cheddar, Cheese, (Cheddar, Cheese, [Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes],, Disodium, Phosphate),, Salt,, Eggs,, Granulated, Onion,, Baking, Powder, (Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate,, Corn, Starch,, Sodium, Bicarbonate,, Mono, Calcium, Phosphate),, Natural, Ranch, Flavor, (Maltodextrin,, Yeast, Extract,, Salt,, Natural, Flavor, [Contains, Canola, Oil, and, Parsley],, Garlic,, Onion,, Silicon, Dioxide),, Yeast, Extract,, Spice..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Mono and Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Sodium Erythorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Sodium Nitrite - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

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 multiple industrial ingredients and additives (maltodextrin, mono- and diglycerides, flavorings, preservatives, texturizers) and is formulated and packaged as a ready-to-cook frozen product, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Mrs Ts Pierogies, Cheddar Cheese, Ranch Seasoned with Bacon

When it comes to health, it really depends on what you're comparing it to! These pierogies have a decent amount of protein at 7g per serving and are low in sugar, which is a plus. However, they do contain some sodium (670mg), so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy them in moderation.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
weekend-brunch

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