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Food Town, ALL-PURPOSE SHORTENING
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value 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.
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Na | 0 MG | 0% |
About ALL-PURPOSE SHORTENING
This all-purpose shortening, manufactured by Food Town Stores Inc., is a solid fat commonly used in baking and frying. It's primarily composed of hydrogenated soybean and cottonseed oil, along with vegetable mono- and diglycerides. Nutritionally, it's extremely high in calories and fat, providing 917 calories and 100 grams of fat per 100-gram serving, with no protein or carbohydrates. Given its high fat content and processed nature, this shortening should be used sparingly and consciously as part of a balanced diet. It falls under the Butter & Spread category.
Ingredients
LIQUID AND PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN, HYDROGENATED COTTONSEED OIL, VEGETABLE MONO & DIGLYCERIDES.
Dietary Information
ALL-PURPOSE SHORTENING is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 917 calories per 100 grams, ALL-PURPOSE SHORTENING gets 0% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 98% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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