Bertolli
Flavor:
Garlic Alfredo with Aged Parmesan Cheese Sauce
Ingredients:
Water, Heavy Cream, Soybean Oil, Parmesan Cheese (Pasteurized Part-skim Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Butter (Cream, Salt), Modified Corn Starch, Enzyme Modified Egg Yolk (Egg Yolk, Salt, Enzyme), Romano Cheese Made From Cow’s Milk (Pasteurized Part-skim Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Garlic Puree (Garlic, High Fructose Corn Syrup), American Sherry Cooking Wine [Wine, Grape Alcohol, Salt, Potassium Metabisulfite (Preservative)], Salt, Whey, Yeast extract, Disodium Phosphate, Xanthan Gum, Garlic Powder, Spices, Natural Flavors.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded a 1/5 green leaf rating, the Bertolli Garlic Alfredo with Aged Parmesan Cheese Sauce is an option that falls short in providing a cleaner food choice. This product is not organic, and it does not use non-GMO ingredients. It includes added sugars, with high fructose corn syrup listed among its contents, raising concerns about its healthfulness. Moreover, the presence of soybean oil—a source of harmful fats—further detracts from the sauce’s nutritional profile.
The ingredient list reveals several additives such as xanthan gum and modified corn starch, which are often viewed with skepticism by those seeking natural food options. The inclusion of ambiguous terms like ‘natural flavors’ also raises questions, as these can mask a range of unspecified compounds that may not align with the goal of cleaner eating.
Additionally, the sauce contains enzyme modified egg yolk and American Sherry Cooking Wine, which includes potassium metabisulfite as a preservative, another element that detracts from its overall cleanliness. The use of dairy products like heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Romano cheese made from cow’s milk, while contributing to the sauce’s creamy texture, also means it is not suitable for those with dairy sensitivities or those following a vegan diet.
This product, with its array of non-organic and GMO ingredients, added sugars, potentially harmful oils, and controversial additives, is not recommended for consumers seeking healthier, cleaner food options. The 1/5 green leaf rating reflects a position that there are better alternatives available that align more closely with the principles of clean eating. Customers are encouraged to consider other products that prioritize organic ingredients, avoid GMOs, and exclude added sugars and harmful additives to ensure a healthier choice.
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