Cheesy Bacon Pasta

Barcode 5033375208646

Yes — Cheesy Bacon Pasta is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and processed ingredients: palm oil (highly refined oil), preservatives (sodium nitrite in bacon, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate), stabiliser sodium alginate, anti-clumping agents E530 and E551, natural flavouring, and ferric ammonium citrate for fortification. These additives and refined ingredients place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed (UPF) category.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
OK

macaroni pasta (water, durum wheat semolina)
OK

cheddar cheese (milk, water, cream, mozzarella cheese (milk, whey, salt), bacon (pork, salt), preservative: sodium nitrite)
UPF

vegetable oils (rapeseed, palm)

Blend of refined vegetable oils, including rapeseed and palm oil; palm oil is highly processed.
OK

butter (butter (milk), salt)
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

flour (wheat flour, cheese flour, anticlumping agents: e 530, e 551)
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

stabiliser: sodium alginate
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

vegetable extracts: paprika
OK

onion

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

peperoni pepper
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate, a preservative used to inhibit microbial growth in foods.
UPF

sodium benzoate

A widely used preservative that inhibits the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and fungi in various foods and beverages.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

ground nutmeg

Ground form of nutmeg, a warm aromatic spice often used in baking and cooking.
OK

ground white pepper

Ground white pepper is a spice produced from the seeds of the ripe pepper fruit with the outer black skin removed, offering a milder, slightly fermented pepper flavor compared to black pepper.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

ferric ammonium citrate

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Common questions about Cheesy Bacon Pasta

Is Cheesy Bacon Pasta ultra-processed?

Yes — Cheesy Bacon Pasta is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and processed ingredients: palm oil (highly refined oil), preservatives (sodium nitrite in bacon, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate), stabiliser sodium alginate, anti-clumping agents E530 and E551, natural flavouring, and ferric ammonium citrate for fortification. These additives and refined ingredients place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed (UPF) category.

Which ingredients in Cheesy Bacon Pasta are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Cheesy Bacon Pasta as ultra-processed markers: vegetable oils (rapeseed, palm), potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, natural flavouring. 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.