
Paramount Bakeries Bread, Rye 20 oz
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
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
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
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.
