Stoufer’s

Rated at 2/5 green leaves, Stouffer’s Scalloped Potatoes fall short in the realm of clean eating options. This product is not organic and includes genetically modified ingredients, which significantly impacts its rating on our scale for healthier food choices. The inclusion of additives such as natural flavor and mono- and diglycerides, alongside soybean oil—recognized as a harmful oil—further detracts from its cleanliness score.

The ingredient list reveals non-organic potatoes and nonfat milk as the base of the product, which is a common starting point for scalloped potatoes. However, the presence of parmesan cheese, while contributing to taste, does not mitigate the negative scoring factors. The product also contains less than 2% of bleached wheat flour and modified cornstarch, which are often viewed unfavorably by those seeking clean food alternatives. Additionally, the seasoning blend includes wheat starch and color extracts from turmeric and annatto, which might raise concerns for individuals with specific dietary restrictions or those who prioritize unprocessed ingredients.

Stouffer’s Scalloped Potatoes also list dried onions, yeast extract, and spices, which are standard in many recipes but do not contribute positively or negatively to the clean food evaluation. It is the inclusion of the previously mentioned non-organic and GMO ingredients, as well as the potentially harmful additives and oils, that primarily contributes to the low score.

This product, with its 2/5 green leaves rating, clearly has room for improvement. By replacing harmful oils with healthier alternatives, removing additives, and opting for organic and non-GMO ingredients, Stouffer’s could elevate this product to meet the standards of consumers seeking cleaner, more wholesome food options. As it stands, the Scalloped Potatoes from Stouffer’s do not align with the criteria for a clean and healthy product as defined by our scoring system.