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Macaroni Cheese by Stamford Street Co
Stamford Street Co

Macaroni Cheese

Barcode 00393768
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Macaroni Cheese is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are mainly minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients (pasta from durum wheat, milk, cheeses, rapeseed oil, cornflour, salt, mustard, spices). There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrially refined syrups/oils that would classify it as ultra-processed under the given rules.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    cooked macaroni pasta (water, durum wheat semolina)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    skimmed cows' milk
  • OK
    extra mature cheddar cheese (5%) (cows' milk)
  • OK
    mature cheddar cheese (5%) (cows' milk)
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    fortified wheat flour
    Flour that has had minerals and vitamins added (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin) to enhance nutrition; used as a baking base and staple ingredient.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    english mustard (water, mustard flour, salt, sugar, wheat flour, turmeric)
  • OK
    white pepper
    A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Macaroni Cheese

Is Macaroni Cheese ultra-processed?

No — Macaroni Cheese by Stamford Street Co is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are mainly minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients (pasta from durum wheat, milk, cheeses, rapeseed oil, cornflour, salt, mustard, spices). There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrially refined syrups/oils that would classify it as ultra-processed under the given rules.

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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