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Paramount Bakeries Bread, Rye 20 oz
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Paramount Bakeries Bread, Rye 20 oz

Paramount Bakeries
20 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
3g
Protein
260mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
29
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Paramount Bakeries Bread, Rye (20 oz) is a sliced, brick‑oven–style rye loaf sold in the packaged bread aisle next to other sandwich loaves, rye varieties, bagels and deli breads. The bag bears old‑world branding — “Since 1924,” “brick oven baked” and “no trans fat” — positioning it as a heritage, bakery‑style product that blends convenience with a craftsmen story. You’ll find it on routine grocery runs for lunches, weeknight sandwich making, and breakfast toast; it also fits brunch spreads or deli‑style at‑home meals (think Reubens, open‑face toasts, and buttered slices). The marketing leans into tradition and quality, aimed at shoppers who want a slightly artisanal feel without paying bakery prices — older shoppers, busy households, and anyone who values nostalgia and straightforward bakery claims. Label characteristics emphasize tradition and a simple ingredient list on the front, but there’s no organic or whole‑grain certification and no overtly child‑targeted design. The ingredient list includes enriched wheat flour, rye flour, water, yeast, soybean oil and calcium propionate (a preservative), so while it reads like a classic loaf, it is a commercially produced, shelf‑stable packaged bread. Sensory notes: a soft, slightly chewy crumb with a modest crust, hints of caraway when present, and the typical uniform slices for quick sandwiches and toast. Packaged in a clear plastic bag with sliced loaf format, it’s designed for ease of use — toast, sandwich assembly, or quick deli orders at home. Processing context: commercially baked and packaged with refined, enriched flours and a preservative to extend shelf life.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 18
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0.5g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium260mg11%
Total Carbohydrate17g6%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
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

Enriched, Wheat, Flour, (Contains, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, and, Riboflavin),, Rye, Flour,, Water,, Salt,, Yeast,, Soybean, Oil,, Corn, Meal,, Ground, Caraway,, (if, Seeded,, Contains, Caraway, Seeds),, Calcium, Propionate..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • 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:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a commercially produced packaged bread made from refined/enriched flours with added vitamins and a preservative (calcium propionate). It fits NOVA 3 (processed foods): a relatively simple industrial product made from basic culinary ingredients with shelf‑life extensions.

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Common Questions about Paramount Bakeries Bread, Rye 20 oz

The Rye Bread from Paramount Bakeries can fit into a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a hearty slice to pair with soups or sandwiches. With 80 calories per serving, it's relatively low in sugar and fat. However, it’s not particularly high in fiber or protein, so consider it more of a tasty addition rather than a nutritional powerhouse.

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