Macaroni & Classic Cheddar

Macaroni & Classic Cheddar is a ready-to-eat macaroni-and-cheese dish marketed by Annie's, classified as a composite food and one-dish meal. It carries a Nutri-Score of D and is placed in NOVA group 4, offering 12.7 g of protein, 4.2 g of fiber and 0.1 g of calcium per 100 g, but also delivering 8.5 g of sugars, 1.5 g of salt and 380 kcal, reflecting a mix of beneficial nutrients and notable levels of sugar, salt and ultra-processed ingredients. The product contains common allergens (gluten, milk), includes several additives such as citric acid (E330), sodium phosphate (E339) and silicon dioxide (E551), and while it provides a convenient source of dairy protein, its high carbohydrate load and processing level may limit its suitability for health-focused consumers.