By sainsbury's

Spaghetti bolognese

Barcode 00461467

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No — Spaghetti bolognese is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists of basic culinary ingredients and minimally processed components (pasta, beef, vegetables, herbs, basic stock). It does not contain industrial formulations or additives like artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers (other than traditional yeast extract in stock), emulsifiers, modified starches, or industrial syrups. Therefore, it is not considered an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cooked spaghetti pasta (water, durum wheat semolina)
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british beef (20%)
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tomato

A round, red fruit commonly used as a vegetable in cooking. Mostly water with sugars, fiber, and micronutrients like vitamin C and potassium.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

mushroom

A fleshy fungal organism used widely as a vegetable in cooking. Low in calories and rich in umami.
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red wine (3%)
OK

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
OK

carrot

A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
OK

cornflour

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

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
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sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
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beef stock (water, beef extract, salt, yeast extract)
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salt

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
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black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
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rosemary

A fragrant herb used fresh or dried to season dishes and compounds like oils and butters.

Common questions about Spaghetti bolognese

Is Spaghetti bolognese ultra-processed?

No — Spaghetti bolognese by By sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists of basic culinary ingredients and minimally processed components (pasta, beef, vegetables, herbs, basic stock). It does not contain industrial formulations or additives like artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers (other than traditional yeast extract in stock), emulsifiers, modified starches, or industrial syrups. Therefore, it is not considered an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.

Spaghetti bolognese

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Common questions about Spaghetti bolognese

Is Spaghetti bolognese ultra-processed?

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

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

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