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Sweet French onion soup enriched with beef stock

Barcode 5000169031179

Yes — Sweet French onion soup enriched with beef stock is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer and is explicitly considered a UPF ingredient under the NOVA guidance provided. Other ingredients are mostly minimally processed (water, onion, rapeseed oil, muscovado sugar, salt, vegetable extract, white pepper), but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

onion 41%
OK

kentish cide"r 3%
UPF

beef extract

Concentrated meat flavor extract derived from beef; considered ultra-processed due to being an extracted flavoring often produced through industrial processes.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

muscovado sugar

An unrefined, moist dark brown sugar with strong molasses notes.
OK

salt

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

vegetable extract onion and tomato
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 Sweet French onion soup enriched with beef stock

Is Sweet French onion soup enriched with beef stock ultra-processed?

Yes — Sweet French onion soup enriched with beef stock by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer and is explicitly considered a UPF ingredient under the NOVA guidance provided. Other ingredients are mostly minimally processed (water, onion, rapeseed oil, muscovado sugar, salt, vegetable extract, white pepper), but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Sweet French onion soup enriched with beef stock are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Sweet French onion soup enriched with beef stock as ultra-processed markers: beef extract, yeast extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.