Stoufer’s
Flavor:
Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo
Ingredients:
Alfredo Sauce & Cooked White Meat Chicken: Cream, Cooked Grilled White Meat Chicken, Skim Milk, Soybean Oil, Water, Parmesan And Asiago Cheese Blend With Flavor (Parmesan And Asiago Cheeses [cultured Milk, Salt, Enzymes], Enzyme Modified Parmesan Cheese [cultured Milk, Water, Salt, Enzymes], Whey, Salt), Modified Food Starch, Salt, Romano Cheese Made From Cow’s Milk (Cultured Milk, Salt, Enzymes), Isolated Soy Protein, Seasoning (Dried Chicken Broth, Chicken Powder, Natural Flavor), Maltodextrin, Sodium Phosphate, Lactose, Datem, Spice, Xanthan Gum, Seasoning (Wheat Starch, Extractives Of Turmeric & Annatto Color, Natural Flavor), Seasoning (Maltodextrin, Flavor, Enzyme Modified Butterfat). Cooked Pasta: Water, Semolina Wheat Flour, Soybean Oil, Wheat Gluten. Broccoli.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Stoufer’s Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo falls short in providing a clean food option for health-conscious consumers. This product is not organic and includes genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, which detracts significantly from its overall health score according to our strict guidelines.
The ingredient list reveals several additives that raise concerns. The inclusion of ‘natural flavor’ and ‘flavor’ suggests the presence of undisclosed compounds, which can be problematic for those seeking transparency in their food choices. Xanthan gum, often used as a thickening agent, and modified food starch, which is processed to alter its original properties, are both penalized in our scoring system due to potential health implications. DATEM, an emulsifier, is also present and contributes to the product’s low rating.
Maltodextrin, a highly processed sweetener and thickener, is categorized as a known harmful additive and is a significant factor in the product’s negative assessment. Soybean oil, which we classify as a harmful oil due to its processing methods and potential health impacts, further reduces the score.
The product does include some ingredients that are less concerning, such as cream, skim milk, and a blend of Parmesan and Asiago cheeses. However, these are overshadowed by the aforementioned negatives. Additionally, the presence of isolated soy protein and sodium phosphate, commonly used in processed foods, does not align with our criteria for cleaner food options.
The cooked pasta component is simple, consisting of water, semolina wheat flour, and soybean oil, with the addition of wheat gluten. Broccoli is also listed, providing some nutritional value in the form of a vegetable.
Based on our rigorous evaluation process, this product is not recommended for those seeking cleaner, more wholesome food choices. The Stoufer’s Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo is heavily penalized for its non-organic status, GMO ingredients, and multiple additives that we consider potentially or known to be harmful. Our green leaf rating reflects the product’s position at the lower end of the health spectrum, and we advise consumers to opt for alternatives that adhere more closely to clean eating standards.
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