Philly Cheesesteak Hamburger Helper
The processing score reflects 40 ingredients, including modified ingredients, enriched flour or grain, emulsifiers or gums, plus 1 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sodium.
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Ingredients
24 listed · 5 flagged for reviewENRICHED PASTA (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), MALTODEXTRIN, CORN STARCH, ONION*, SALT, PALM OIL, WHEAT FLOUR, MODIFIED WHEY, GARLIC *, RICOTTA CHEESE* (WHEY, MILKFAT, LACTIC ACID, SALT), VEGETABLE OIL (CANOLA, SOYBEAN AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL), POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, YEAST EXTRACT, MONOGLYCERIDES, CARAMEL COLOR, BLACK PEPPER, CHEDDAR CHEESE* (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), NATURAL FLAVOR, WHEY, NONFAT MILK, BLUE CHEESE* (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SILICON DIOXIDE.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Philly Cheesesteak Hamburger Helper scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Other Additives (Monoglycerides): Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.
- Natural Flavors (Natural Flavor): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Processed Dairy Ingredients (Milk Protein Concentrate): Isolated proteins and modified ingredients indicate UPF.
Within Crusts & Dough, this product is more processed than about 41% of the 2,350 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 Philly Cheesesteak Hamburger Helper'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.
- Natural PreservativesProcessing indicator
In this product: Enriched Pasta (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid).
Natural sources but industrial application.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: 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: Palm Oil, Vegetable Oil (Canola, Soybean And/Or Sunflower Oil).
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Potassium Chloride, Sodium Phosphate.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Industrial FermentationProcessing indicator
In this product: Yeast Extract.
Industrial fermentation for additive production.
- Natural ColorsProcessing indicator
In this product: Caramel Color.
Natural sources but still indicate processing.
- 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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