Classic Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Classic Cheddar
The processing score reflects 22 ingredients, including emulsifiers or gums. The nutrition score reflects high sodium.
Nutrition Highlights
Nutrient Alerts

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Ingredients
10 listed · 1 flagged for reviewORGANIC PASTA* (ORGANIC WHEAT FLOUR), ORGANIC CHEDDAR CHEESE BLEND* (ORGANIC CHEDDAR CHEESE [CULTURED ORGANIC MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], ORGANIC NONFAT MILK, SALT, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE), ORGANIC CORN STARCH, ORGANIC CAULIFLOWER*, ORGANIC BUTTER BLEND* (ORGANIC BUTTER [ORGANIC SWEET CREAM, SALT], ORGANIC NONFAT MILK, ORGANIC CREAM), SEA SALT, ORGANIC SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, ORGANIC SUNFLOWER OIL, CITRIC ACID, ORGANIC ANNATTO EXTRACT.
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What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Classic Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Classic Cheddar's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Sea Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Organic Sunflower Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Citric Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
- Natural ColorsProcessing indicator
In this product: Organic Annatto Extract.
Natural sources but still indicate processing.
This product is part of our wider analysis. It features in our Colby Jack vs Cheddar Cheese and American Cheese vs Cheddar comparisons.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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