M&S Food

Butternut Squash Mezzelune

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No — Butternut Squash Mezzelune is not ultra-processed.

Not ultra-processed. This is a filled pasta made primarily from wheat, egg, butternut squash, dairy, vegetables oils, herbs, spices, salt, and basic starches. Lysozyme is a preservative derived from egg, but it is not an industrial formulation or additive that warrants an ultra-processed classification under the stated criteria. No artificial sweeteners, flavorings, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, refined syrups, or highly processed oils are present.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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egg pasta (40%)
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wheat flour

Finely milled flour ground from wheat kernels, used as a base ingredient in many baked goods.
OK

pasteurised egg

A basic animal-derived food ingredient from eggs. Used as a protein source in dishes.
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durum wheat semolina (contains gluten)

Coarsely ground durum wheat used to make pasta and various baked goods; gluten-containing.
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butternut squash

A winter squash, orange flesh with a sweet, earthy flavor. Commonly used as a vegetable in soups, roasting, or mashes.
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whipping cream

A dairy cream with around 30–36% fat, suitable for whipping and making desserts like mousse and toppings.
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vegetable oils (sunflower, rapeseed)

Common culinary oils derived from sunflower and rapeseed; used in cooking and food formulations.
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mozzarella cheese (milk) (3%)
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medium fat hard cheese (2.5%) (medium fat hard cheese (milk))
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preservative: lysozyme (egg)
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unsalted butter (milk)

Dairy fat produced from milk with no added salt; common cooking fat in many cuisines.
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sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
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salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
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rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
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sage

An aromatic herb (Salvia officinalis) used to flavor meats, stuffings, and sauces; leaves are edible.
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yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
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ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.

Common questions about Butternut Squash Mezzelune

Is Butternut Squash Mezzelune ultra-processed?

No — Butternut Squash Mezzelune by M&S Food is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Not ultra-processed. This is a filled pasta made primarily from wheat, egg, butternut squash, dairy, vegetables oils, herbs, spices, salt, and basic starches. Lysozyme is a preservative derived from egg, but it is not an industrial formulation or additive that warrants an ultra-processed classification under the stated criteria. No artificial sweeteners, flavorings, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, refined syrups, or highly processed oils are present.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.

Butternut Squash Mezzelune

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