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Pennsylvania Dutch Egg Noodles, Extra Broad
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Pennsylvania Dutch Egg Noodles, Extra Broad

Pennsylvania Dutch
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
210
Calories
8g
Protein
2g
Sugars
10mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
14
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pennsylvania Dutch Egg Noodles, Extra Broad (12 oz) is a familiar dry-pasta pantry item that reads like a home-cooking shortcut. You'd find it in the pasta aisle alongside spaghetti, macaroni and other egg noodle varieties — often shelved near jarred pasta sauces, boxed stuffing mixes and Asian-style dried noodles. The brand leans into a comforting, homey image: “Enriched” and “Homemade taste” cues on the package appeal to shoppers seeking traditional, family-style meals rather than gourmet or organic premium goods. Marketing skews toward practical home cooks, multigenerational households and shoppers who want quick, hearty sides for weeknight dinners or Sunday family meals. The label relies on simple health halos — enrichment vitamins are listed (niacin, iron, B vitamins) — and there are no organic or “all-natural” certifications or child-focused characters; it presents plain, family-oriented branding instead. In plain terms this is a processed pantry staple: semolina, durum flour and egg yolks are mixed, shaped, dried and enriched in an industrial facility. Sensory-wise, the extra-broad ribbons cook to a tender, slightly chewy texture with a rich egg note and a silky mouthfeel that holds sauces and grated cheese well. Packaging comes in a 12-ounce retail box (printed cardboard) suitable for pantry stacking. Rituals around use are evocative and domestic — boil, drain, toss with butter or olive oil, fold in leftover vegetables or shredded meats, or finish with lemon, herbs and Parmesan for a quick, satisfying meal. It’s the kind of product shoppers reach for when they want comfort, speed and versatility without elaborate preparation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cups dry
Servings per Container: 6
Calories210
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Cholesterol60mg20%
Sodium10mg0%
Total Carbohydrate39g14%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars2g
Protein8g
* 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

Semolina,, Durum, Flour,, Egg, Yolks,, Niacin,, Ferrous, Sulfate, (Iron),, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid..

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?

Made from basic ingredients (semolina, durum flour, egg yolks) and enriched with vitamins, this is an industrially processed dry pasta product but lacks the cosmetic additives and industrial formulations characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Pennsylvania Dutch Egg Noodles, Extra Broad

That depends on your definition of healthy! These noodles pack a decent protein punch with 8 grams per serving, and they’re low in sugar, making them a solid choice for a hearty meal. Just remember, healthy is subjective — if you’re pairing them with a rich sauce or lots of cheese, it might tip the scales a bit!

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