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Charlie Bingham Lasagne by Charlie Bigham's
Charlie Bigham's

Charlie Bingham Lasagne

Barcode 5033665206864
Scanned  55  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Charlie Bingham Lasagne is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and curing agents such as potassium nitrate, sodium nitrate, sodium nitrite, sodium ascorbate, and yeast extract. These are extracted or synthesized additives used for preservation, flavor enhancement, and curing, which meets NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    milk
    A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
  • OK
    tomatoes
    Fresh tomatoes, edible fruit often used as a vegetable in salads, sauces, and cooking.
  • OK
    egg pasta (durum wheat semolina, water, free range egg)
  • OK
    british beef (10%)
  • OK
    white wine
    A fermented grape beverage used in cooking to deglaze, deglaze pans, and add acidity and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    cheddar cheese
    A traditional cheese produced from cow's milk; a basic dairy product not considered ultra-processed.
  • OK
    smoked bacon (6%) (pork, salt, preservatives: potassium nitrate, sodium nitrate, sodium nitrite*, antioxidant: sodium ascorbate)
  • OK
    british pork (6%)
  • OK
    onions
    A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
  • OK
    tomato purée
    A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
  • OK
    cream (milk)
    Dairy cream made from milk, a basic culinary ingredient.
  • OK
    carrots
    Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
  • OK
    celery
    A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    butter (milk)
    A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    balsamic vinegar of modena (wine vinegar, concentrated grape must)
  • OK
    chicken liver
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    beef stock (yeast extract, water, beef bone stock, salt, molasses, tomato purée, dried onions, sunflower oil, black pepper)
  • OK
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • OK
    oregano
    A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    ground nutmeg
    Ground form of nutmeg, a warm aromatic spice often used in baking and cooking.
  • OK
    ground star anise
  • OK
    white pepper. secret ingredient: obsession. *don't worry
  • OK
    this is part of the traditional curing method of smoked bacon. warning: although we do our very best to take out all the bones
  • OK
    some may remain. allergens: for allergens
  • OK
    including cereals containing gluten
  • OK
    see ingredients in bold. may contain peanuts
  • OK
    nuts
    A basic, whole-food ingredient consisting of kernels from various tree or bush species (e.g., almonds, walnuts, cashews). Rich in fats and protein.
  • OK
    sesame
    A small, tan-to-brown seed used as a food ingredient or topping; mild, nutty flavor.
  • OK
    soya and mustard. storage: refrigerate below 5°c. best cooked from fresh. *if freezing
  • OK
    do so before use by date and eat within one month. defrost thoroughly before cooking. for use by date
  • OK
    see top of pack. how to prepare at home: t pre-heat oven. remove the film but leave nutrition: typical values as sold. energy fat ()

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Common questions about Charlie Bingham Lasagne

Is Charlie Bingham Lasagne ultra-processed?

Yes — Charlie Bingham Lasagne by Charlie Bigham's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and curing agents such as potassium nitrate, sodium nitrate, sodium nitrite, sodium ascorbate, and yeast extract. These are extracted or synthesized additives used for preservation, flavor enhancement, and curing, which meets NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

What are healthier alternatives to Charlie Bingham Lasagne?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Beef lasagne by By sainsbury's, Well & Good - Beef lasagne by Coop, Beef Lasagne by Aldi Cucina. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.

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