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Old El Paso Stand 'N Stuff Soft Taco Dinner Kit
International & World Foods
📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

Old El Paso Stand 'N Stuff Soft Taco Dinner Kit

Old El Paso
10.90 oz
Available at Foodtown
190
Calories
4g
Protein
2g
Sugars
840mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
111
Ingredients

What You Should Know

This boxed Old El Paso Stand 'N Stuff Soft Taco Dinner Kit is a shelf-stable, convenience-focused item you’ll find in the Mexican or International foods aisle, shelved near taco shells, seasoning packets, and jarred salsas. Packaged in a bright, family-oriented cardboard box, it contains soft flour tortillas, a small taco sauce pouch, and a seasoning mix — the visual language is colorful and geared toward quick, at-home taco nights. It’s designed for casual occasions: weeknight dinners, game-day gatherings, or easy back-to-school meals when families want fast, familiar food with minimal prep. The brand leans on broad appeal and nostalgia; Old El Paso positions itself as a go-to for Americanized Tex-Mex home cooking, aimed at busy households and parents who want a crowd-pleasing, kid-friendly option. Labeling typically emphasizes convenience, speed, and family fun rather than organic or artisanal credentials; there is no organic certification, and the product contains preservatives and processing aids listed in the ingredients. In plain terms, this is a processed, ready-to-assemble meal kit: components are industrially made and blended for shelf stability and consistent performance. Sensory notes: the tortillas are soft, slightly pliable with a mildly oily mouthfeel from palm oil and glycerin, the sauce offers tangy tomato-chili brightness, and the seasoning mix delivers a savory, slightly salty spice note. The ritual is communal and hands-on — open, warm, fill and fold — often accompanied by toppings like cheese, lettuce, and salsa. It reads as an accessible, practical shortcut in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 4
Calories190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Sodium840mg37%
Total Carbohydrate32g12%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars2g
Protein4g
* 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

Flour, Tortillas:, Enriched, Flour, Bleached, (Wheat, Flour,, Niacin,, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Water,, Palm, Oil,, Glycerin,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Baking, Powder, (Sodium, Aluminum, Phosphate,, Baking, Soda),, Salt,, Mono, and, Diglycerides,, Potassium, Sorbate, and, Calcium, Propionate, (Preservatives),, Fumaric, Acid,, Dough, Conditioner, (Salt,, Wheat, Starch,, Enzymes)., Taco, Sauce:, Water,, Tomato, Paste,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Sugar,, Salt,, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Distilled, Vinegar,, Chili, Pepper,, Sea, Salt, (Potassium, Magnesium, Chloride,, Salt),, Spice,, Citric, Acid,, Garlic, Powder,, Onion, Powder., Seasoning, Mix:, Corn, Starch,, Chili, Pepper,, Maltodextrin,, Salt,, Spice,, Onion, Powder,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Vegetable, Oil, (Canola,, High, Oleic, Soybean, and/or, Sunflower, Oil),, Silicon, Dioxide, (Anticaking, Agent),, Natural, Flavor..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • High Oleic Soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Mono and Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Calcium Propionate - 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?

Multiple industrial ingredients and additives (preservatives, modified starch, maltodextrin, mono- and diglycerides, silicon dioxide) and ready-to-use formulation indicate ultraprocessed status consistent with NOVA 4.

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Common Questions about Old El Paso Stand 'N Stuff Soft Taco Dinner Kit

The Stand 'N Stuff Taco Kit can definitely fit into a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a quick meal option. With 190 calories per serving, it's not overly high in calories, but it's also not packed with nutrients like fresh veggies or lean proteins. Think of it as a fun, convenient meal that you can jazz up with healthier toppings!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
back-to-school
movie-night

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