High Protein Beef Lasagne

• OK
  beef

  A basic animal protein ingredient derived from cattle; commonly used as meat.
• OK
  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
  carrot

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

  A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
• OK
  beef bouillon (beef stock, water, beef fat, beef extract, salt)

  A concentrated flavoring made from beef stock, fat, extract and salt; used to impart beef 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
  sugar

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

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

  Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
• UPF
  mushroom extract

  A flavoring extract derived from mushrooms used to impart umami or mushroom notes in foods.
• UPF
  red wine extract

  An extract derived from red wine used as a flavoring or aroma in dishes and processed foods.
• UPF
  flavourings

  Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
• 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
  red wine

  Fermented grape beverage, commonly enjoyed as a drink or used in cooking for its fruity, acidic character.
• UPF
  modified maize starch

  A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
• OK
  garlic purée

  Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
• OK
  white wine

  A fermented grape beverage used in cooking to deglaze, deglaze pans, and add acidity and aroma to dishes.
• OK
  protein flour (fortified wheat flour, wheat flour, calcium carbonate, niacin, iron, thiamin)

  A fortified wheat flour product marketed as a source of extra protein.
• OK
  wheat gluten

  Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
• UPF
  flavouring

  A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
• OK
  fortified wheat flour

  Wheat flour fortified with minerals and vitamins (calcium carbonate, niacin, iron, thiamin). Used as a basic baking ingredient. May be refined flour with additives.
• OK
  basil

  A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
• OK
  oregano

  A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
• OK
  parsley

  A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
• OK
  onion powder

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

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

  A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
• OK
  thyme

  A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
• UPF
  white sauce

  A white sauce base containing dairy (semi-skimmed milk, reduced-fat cheese, milk) with added starch (modified maize starch), flavouring and protein flour fortified with vitamins/minerals, plus wheat gluten. This is a processed convenience component.
• OK
  nutmeg

  A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.
• OK
  ground bay leaf

  Dried ground leaves of the bay laurel used as a spice or flavoring in soups, stews, and sauces.
• OK
  lasagne sheets

  Pasta sheets made from durum wheat semolina and water; a basic, minimally processed ingredient when used alone.
• OK
  spinach

  Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
• OK
  cheddar cheese

  Traditional aged hard cheese made from cow's milk.
• OK
  milk

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

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