Original Macaroni and Cheese, Original
Processing Score
9.7Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
2.5/10Poor
The processing score reflects 25 ingredients, including modified ingredients and emulsifiers or gums. The nutrition score reflects high sodium and saturated fat. It also contains trans fat.
Nutrition Highlights
Good Protein Source
Nutrient Alerts
High SodiumHigh Saturated Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
068100064384
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size58 g
Amount per serving
Calories
220
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g
5%
Saturated Fat 3g
15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 5mg
2%
Sodium 640mg
28%
Total Carbohydrate 40g
15%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 7g
Calcium 70mg
5%
Iron 1.5mg
8%
Potassium 400mg
9%
* 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
22 listed · 3 flagged for reviewPASTA (WHEAT), MODIFIED MILK INGREDIENTS, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE, MONTEREY JACK CHEESE, BLUE CHEESE), SUGARS (MALTODEXTRIN), SALT, COCONUT OIL, NATURAL FLAVOURS, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, MODIFIED COCONUT AND PALM KERNEL OIL (MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES), ACETYLATED MONOGLYCERIDES, PAPRIKA, TURMERIC, ANNATTO, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CITRIC ACID, SILICON DIOXIDE, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, MONOGLYCERIDES, MICROBIAL ENZYME, LACTIC ACID, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Original Macaroni and Cheese, Original scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Modified Starches (Modified Corn Starch): Chemical modification is a hallmark of UPF.
- Other Additives (Acetylated Monoglycerides, Monoglycerides): Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.
- Industrial Enzymes (Microbial Enzyme): Industrial enzyme use indicates significant processing.
Within Boxed Dinners & Sides, this product is more processed than about 53% of the 4,145 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Original Macaroni and Cheese, Original'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.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugars (Maltodextrin).
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Coconut Oil, Modified Coconut And Palm Kernel Oil (Medium Chain Triglycerides).
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Potassium Chloride, Sodium Phosphate, Dipotassium Phosphate, Tricalcium Phosphate.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Natural ColorsProcessing indicator
In this product: Annatto.
Natural sources but still indicate processing.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Citric Acid, Lactic Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
- Anti-Caking AgentsProcessing indicator
In this product: Silicon Dioxide.
Common in powdered processed foods.
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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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