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This product: 8 of 9 groups not on the label. No confirmed organic claim.
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Stouffer's Macaroni & Cheese
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Annie'sOrganic Classic Cheddar Mac & Cheese
Annie'sOrganic Grass-Fed Classic Cheddar Mac & CheeseLabel data source
Ingredients and nutrition come from USDA FoodData Central, Branded Foods (FDC ID 2402293, data date 2022-12-22, release 2026-04-30). These are brand-submitted label records in the public domain (CC0); retrieved 2026-10-16. Check the package for the current label.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (225 g, 1 Cup) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 14 kcal | 32 kcal |
| Total fat | 6.7 g | 15 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.7 g | 6 g |
| Sodium | 338 mg | 761 mg |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.8 g | 31 g |
| Dietary fiber | 0.4 g | 0.9 g |
| Total sugars | 1.3 g | 3 g |
| Added sugars | Unknown | Unknown |
| Sugar alcohols | Unknown | Unknown |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 13 g |
| Net carbs (carbs − fiber) | 13.4 g | 30.2 g |
Our research notes
What to know before you choose this mac & cheese
The recorded ingredient label lists 13 ingredients, led by blanched macaroni product, water and cheddar cheese. Worth noting: it lists seed oils. For this mac & cheese, the comparison that matters most is meal format: compare boxed mixes, ready-made trays or dairy-free versions within the style you will prepare.
- Worth checkingLists seed oils (soybean oil).
- Good to knowOils named on the label: soybean oil.
- Good to knowIngredient and allergen statements mention milk, egg, wheat and soy. Always confirm the full allergen statement on the package.
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- You avoid seed oils: the recorded label lists soybean oil.
- You avoid milk, egg and wheat: the label mentions them.
Compare this against other mac & cheese
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References
- Stouffer's Macaroni & Cheese: brand-submitted label record (FDC ID 2402293) USDA FoodData Central
- Color additives: questions and answers for consumers U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- Food dyes Center for Science in the Public Interest
- Sodium in your diet U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Stouffer's Macaroni & Cheese contain seed oils?
The recorded ingredient statement lists seed oils. Review the full statement for the exact ingredients.
Does Stouffer's Macaroni & Cheese contain artificial dyes or MSG?
No listed matches for artificial dyes or MSG were found in the current recorded statement. Confirm the formula against your package; this is not an allergy or safety assessment.
What is the verification standard for this product?
The complete ingredient statement was recorded from the linked product-specific source on 2026-10-16. Evidence expires after 90 days and requires a new source review; viewing this page does not renew it.
What are the ingredients in Stouffer's Macaroni & Cheese?
The recorded ingredient statement reads: INGREDIENTS: BLANCHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WATER, SEMOLINA, DRIED EGG WHITES). SKIM MILK, WATER, CHEDDAR CHEESE (CULTURED MILK SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO COLOR), CHEDDAR CLUB CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER, SALT, ANNATTO COLOR). SOYBEAN OIL, 2% OR LESS OF BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, SEA SALT, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, WHEY, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM LACTATE.
Is Stouffer's Macaroni & Cheese healthy?
Its recorded label lists seed oils (1 of the 9 additive groups we check). Its clean score is 63 out of 100. That is a label check, not a nutrition rating: sugar, sodium, calories and portion size are separate questions.
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