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Pennsylvania Dutch Egg Noodles, Hearty Homestyle
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Pennsylvania Dutch Egg Noodles, Hearty Homestyle

Pennsylvania Dutch
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
220
Calories
8g
Protein
2g
Sugars
15mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
16
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pennsylvania Dutch Hearty Homestyle Egg Noodles sit on the supermarket pasta aisle in a familiar 12 oz box, usually shelved with other dried pastas, broad egg noodles, and near soup broths and boxed stuffing mixes. You’ll spot them alongside other comfort-food staples—think chicken broth, canned vegetables, and roasted turkey gravy—making them an easy grab for a soup or holiday side. These noodles are positioned as a heritage American brand: marketing leans on family tradition and generational recipes, appealing to shoppers who value nostalgia, home cooking, and uncomplicated pantry staples. The label copy (“Timeless quality,” “American Classic”) communicates warmth and reliability rather than modern health trends; the ingredient list shows enrichment with vitamins and iron, which can create a subtle “fortified” health halo, but there are no organic, non‑GMO, or kid‑focused graphics. Packaging is a simple printed cardboard box with a product window or image of golden ribbons—practical and shelf-stable. In plain terms, these are dried, factory-made egg noodles: milled durum and semolina flours combined with egg yolk and fortified vitamins, then shaped and dried for long shelf life—processed but not highly engineered. Sensory expectations: before cooking they are firm, slightly brittle ribbons with a deep yellow hue from the egg yolk; after boiling they become tender with a springy, silky mouthfeel and a mild egg-wheat flavor that soaks up broths, Gravies and sauces. Rituals around them are classic—boiled for chicken noodle soup, stirred into casseroles, or simply tossed with butter and parsley for quick weeknight comfort—anchoring them firmly in American family meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.5
Servings per Container: 6
Calories220
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3g4%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol65mg22%
Sodium15mg1%
Total Carbohydrate40g15%
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, (Wheat),, Durum, Flour, (Wheat),, Egg, Yolk,, Niacin,, Ferrous, Sulfate, (Iron),, Thiamin, Mono-Nitrate,, 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 whole flours, egg yolk, and added vitamins, this is a processed packaged food (industrial drying and shaping) but lacks extensive additives or artificial ingredients typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Pennsylvania Dutch Egg Noodles, Hearty Homestyle

Well, that depends on what you’re comparing it to! These noodles are a good source of protein and contain low sugar, which is a win in my book. They do have some carbs, so if you're keeping an eye on those, just keep portion sizes in check.

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