Ingredient

Yellow Cornmeal

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Cornmeal is used as a thickening agent in sauces and gravies, and as a …

What it is

Yellow cornmeal is a coarse flour made from dried, ground yellow corn. It is a staple food in many cultures, particularly in the Americas. The grinding process can vary, resulting in different textures from fine to coarse.

Why it's used

Cornmeal is used as a thickening agent in sauces and gravies, and as a primary ingredient in cornbread, muffins, and polenta. It provides texture and a mild, slightly sweet corn flavor to baked goods and savory dishes. It is also used as a dusting agent to prevent dough from sticking.

Health notes

Yellow cornmeal is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of carbohydrates and some fiber. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated corn and corn products. While generally considered safe, like any food, excessive consumption of refined grains may be linked to health concerns in some dietary patterns.

Allergen info

Corn is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Yellow Cornmeal

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WEGMANS Gluten Free Honey Cornbread Mix, Honey Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 368kcal 5.3Protein 0Fat 84.2Carbs LIDL Three Meat Self Rising Crust Pizza, Three Meat Self Rising Crust Pizza High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 233kcal 9.6Protein 9.6Fat 27.4Carbs Four Cheese Self Rising Crust Pizza, Four Cheese LIDL Four Cheese Self Rising Crust Pizza, Four Cheese Pizza High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 232kcal 9.4Protein 8.0Fat 29.0Carbs Pepperoni Self Rising Crust Pizza, Pepperoni LIDL Pepperoni Self Rising Crust Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 237kcal 9.6Protein 8.9Fat 29.6Carbs Arling Lumber Co. Inc. Multigrain Baking & Pancake Mix Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 375kcal 10Protein 5Fat 70Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Chili Cornbread Creamy Cheese Sauce With Cornbread Mix, Premium Seasonings & Vegetables Cheesy Casseroles Dinner Kit, Chili Cornbread Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 343kcal 8.6Protein 15.7Fat 42.9Carbs Conagra Frozen Foods Banquet, Meal, Mexican Style Chicken Enchilada Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 118kcal 2.9Protein 3.4Fat 18.9Carbs General Mills, Inc. Original Baked Sweet Potato Fries Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 464kcal 3.6Protein 14.3Fat 78.6Carbs Target Stores Pretzel Hoagie Rolls Breads & Buns High in sodium — 22% DV per serving —kcal 9.8Protein 6.1Fat 54.9Carbs Pacific Foods of Oregon, Inc. Pacific, Organic Polenta, Jalapeno Cheddar, Jalapeno Cheddar Entrees, Sides & Small Meals 90kcal 3Protein 4Fat 11Carbs Pacific Foods of Oregon, Inc. Organic Polenta, Chipotle Cheddar Entrees, Sides & Small Meals 90kcal 3Protein 4.5Fat 11Carbs Pacific Foods of Oregon, Inc. Pacific, Organic Polenta, Original, Original Entrees, Sides & Small Meals 70kcal 1Protein 2Fat 12Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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