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Beef & Bacon Pie by Tesco
Tesco

Beef & Bacon Pie

Barcode 5059512732591
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Beef & Bacon Pie is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate), and an industrially processed caramelised sugar syrup, all of which are markers of ultra-processed foods under NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    beef (27%)
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic grain-based flour from wheat used as a primary ingredient in baking and cooking.
  • OK
    calcium carbonate
    A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
  • OK
    iron
    Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
  • OK
    niacin (vitamin b3)
    A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
  • OK
    thiamin
    A water-soluble B vitamin used as a nutrient and fortification ingredient.
  • OK
    butter (milk) (15%)
  • 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
    smoked bacon [pork
  • OK
    sea salt
    A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • UPF
    preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate)
    Common food preservatives used in curing meats; includes sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate.
  • OK
    antioxidant (sodium ascorbate)]
  • OK
    mushroom
    A fleshy fungal organism used widely as a vegetable in cooking. Low in calories and rich in umami.
  • OK
    red wine
    Fermented grape beverage, commonly enjoyed as a drink or used in cooking for its fruity, acidic character.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    carrot
    A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
  • OK
    beef fat
    Rendered animal fat from beef used for cooking or baking; provides richness and texture.
  • 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
    pasteurised egg
    A basic animal-derived food ingredient from eggs. Used as a protein source in dishes.
  • 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
    black treacle
    A dark, viscous syrup produced during sugar refining; used as a sweetener and flavoring in baking and desserts.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • UPF
    caramelised sugar syrup
    A syrup derived from sugar heated to create caramelization; a processed sugars product commonly used as a sweetener or flavoring.
  • OK
    white wine vinegar
    A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
  • OK
    dark brown soft sugar
    Brown sugar with molasses; a traditional sweetener used in baking, not a refined ultra-processed ingredient.
  • OK
    thyme
    A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
  • OK
    demerara sugar
    Demerara sugar is a coarse-grained brown sugar derived from the cane sugar refining process.
  • OK
    lemon juice
    The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    tomato paste
    Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    beef extract. made using british beef and pork. allergy advice for allergens
  • OK
    including cereals containing gluten
  • OK
    see ingredients in bold. nutrition when heated according to instructions typical values per 100g ½/2 of a pie (250g) % ri⭑ ri* for an average adult

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Common questions about Beef & Bacon Pie

Is Beef & Bacon Pie ultra-processed?

Yes — Beef & Bacon Pie by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate), and an industrially processed caramelised sugar syrup, all of which are markers of ultra-processed foods under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Beef & Bacon Pie are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Beef & Bacon Pie as ultra-processed markers: preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate), yeast extract, caramelised sugar syrup. 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.

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