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Quaker Old Fashioned Grits 24 oz
Cereal & Breakfast
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Quaker Old Fashioned Grits 24 oz

Quaker
24 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
3g
Protein
1g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
18
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Quaker Old Fashioned Grits 24 oz sits on the grocery breakfast and baking aisle, often near oatmeal, cornmeal, polenta and pancake mixes, or in a dedicated section for Southern staples. Packaged in a plain 24-ounce cardboard box with the familiar Quaker logo, it reads as a pantry basic rather than a trendy specialty item. Shoppers reach for it on weekend brunch runs, when planning simple family breakfasts, or stocking up during storm prep because the dry grits have long shelf life and easy storage. The brand projects dependable, heritage-focused positioning: Quaker signals reliability, home cooking and midwestern/New England roots while appealing to older shoppers and families seeking straightforward staples. The label is simple — no organic seal, no cartoon mascots for kids, and no broad health-halo claims beyond fortified vitamins and minerals listed in the ingredients. The product is made from degerminated white corn grits and is fortified with B vitamins and iron; in plain terms it has been milled and refined and then enriched. Sensory experience is creamy, corn-forward and comforting when cooked slowly with water or milk — a softly grainy, porridge-like texture that invites butter, cheese, or shrimp and grits accoutrements. Preparation is a small ritual: boiling, stirring, and watching the mixture thicken on the stovetop, which makes it feel like a homemade tradition. In American grocery culture it reads as a classic, practical pantry staple: affordable, familiar and versatile for breakfast, sides and simple comfort meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.25 cup
Servings per Container: 17
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0.5g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate32g12%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars1g
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

Degerminated, White, Corn, Grits,, Niacinamide*,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate*,, Riboflavin*,, Folic, Acid*., *, One, Of, The, B, Vitamins..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from degerminated (refined) corn and industrially milled, then fortified with vitamins and iron, this product is a processed staple rather than an ultra-processed formulation. It lacks the multiple industrial additives and formulations typical of NOVA 4 products.

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Common Questions about Quaker Old Fashioned Grits 24 oz

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different folks! These grits are low in sugar and provide a decent amount of carbohydrates for energy, which is great if you're looking for a filling breakfast. Just remember, pairing them with some protein or veggies can amp up the nutritional value!

Perfect For

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