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Garlic-roasted Broccoli & Vintage Cheddar Quiche by Higgidy
Higgidy

Garlic-roasted Broccoli & Vintage Cheddar Quiche

Barcode 5060136256011
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Garlic-roasted Broccoli & Vintage Cheddar Quiche is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sustainable palm oil (a highly refined oil) and golden linseeds are accompanied by 'golden' which often indicates processing, along with other processed components like dried skimmed milk and garlic purée. Palm oil alone is sufficient to classify it as UPF per guidelines.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    broccoli (21%)
  • OK
    wheat flour (contains calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin)
  • OK
    mature cheddar cheese (milk)
    A mature (aged) cheddar cheese made from cow's milk; firm texture with sharp, tangy flavor.
  • OK
    onions
    A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
  • OK
    vegetable oils (sustainable palm oil*, rapeseed oil)
  • OK
    free-range whole egg
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    wholemeal spelt flour (wheat)
    Wholemeal flour milled from spelt wheat, a basic baking ingredient.
  • OK
    red leicester cheese (contains colour: beta carotene) (milk) (3%)
  • OK
    medium fat soft cheese (milk)
    A soft, mild cheese made from milk with moderate fat content. Used as a spread or in recipes. Common varieties include brie or camembert when referring to soft cheese, but this entry specifies medium fat level.
  • OK
    cannellini bean
    A white kidney bean commonly used in Italian cuisine; mild, nutty flavor and creamy texture when cooked.
  • OK
    vintage cheddar cheese (milk) (2%)
  • OK
    dried skimmed milk
    Dried skimmed milk is powdered milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient to provide protein and calcium.
  • OK
    butternut squash purée
    Pureed butternut squash, a simple vegetable puree.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • OK
    whipping cream
    A dairy cream with around 30–36% fat, suitable for whipping and making desserts like mousse and toppings.
  • OK
    emmental cheese (milk)
    A Swiss-style cheese made from cow's milk with characteristic holes and a nutty flavour.
  • OK
    dijon mustard
  • OK
    butter (milk)
    A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    brown linseeds
    Brown flaxseeds (linseeds) used as a source of fiber and healthy fats in cooking. Typically sold as whole seeds.
  • OK
    golden flaxseeds
    Harvested seeds of the flax plant, pale golden in color; commonly used ground or whole in baking, cereals, and smoothies for fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
  • OK
    poppy seeds
    Small seeds from the opium poppy (Papaver somniferum) used as a culinary ingredient in breads, pastries, and toppings. Nutritionally rich in healthy fats and minerals.
  • OK
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    paprika
    A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
  • OK
    cayenne pepper
    Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.

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Common questions about Garlic-roasted Broccoli & Vintage Cheddar Quiche

Is Garlic-roasted Broccoli & Vintage Cheddar Quiche ultra-processed?

Yes — Garlic-roasted Broccoli & Vintage Cheddar Quiche by Higgidy is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sustainable palm oil (a highly refined oil) and golden linseeds are accompanied by 'golden' which often indicates processing, along with other processed components like dried skimmed milk and garlic purée. Palm oil alone is sufficient to classify it as UPF per guidelines.

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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