Ingredient

Blanched Macaroni Product

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers use blanched macaroni to ensure consistent texture and cooking in ready-to-eat meals, frozen …

What it is

Blanched macaroni product is pasta that has been briefly boiled or steamed and then quickly cooled. This process partially cooks the pasta and can help it hold its shape better during further processing or cooking in dishes like frozen meals.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use blanched macaroni to ensure consistent texture and cooking in ready-to-eat meals, frozen dinners, and pizzas. It acts as a base ingredient that absorbs sauces and flavors well.

Health notes

Macaroni is primarily a source of carbohydrates. The FDA considers enriched macaroni products to be a grain, and they are often fortified with iron and B vitamins. Organizations like the WHO/IARC have evaluated carbohydrates generally, but specific health impacts are typically related to overall dietary patterns rather than individual ingredients like macaroni.

Allergen info

Macaroni is typically made from wheat and therefore contains gluten. Wheat is one of the FDA's 9 major allergens.

Products containing Blanched Macaroni Product

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Topco Associates, Inc. Lasagna With Meat Sauce Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 126kcal 7.4Protein 4.7Fat 11.6Carbs West End Enterprises, LLC Crispy Flaky Thin Crust Mac & Cheese Pizza, Mac & Cheese Pizza High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 182kcal 8.2Protein 7.7Fat 20.6Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Lasagna With Meat & Sauce, Meat & Sauce Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 123kcal 7.0Protein 3.5Fat 15.4Carbs Société des Produits Nestlé S.A. STOUFFER's Macaroni and Cheese, 76 Oz Tray Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 138kcal 5.8Protein 6.7Fat 13.3Carbs Société des Produits Nestlé S.A. A classic menu item made with quality ingredients and features freshly made elbow macaroni from durum wheat semolina, which is then blended with 100% real cheese and finished with a hint of sea salt Pasta/Noodles High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 142kcal 5.8Protein 7.1Fat 13.3Carbs Société des Produits Nestlé S.A. Stouffer's Lasagna with Meat & Sauce, 96oz tray Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 115kcal 7.5Protein 2.6Fat 15.4Carbs Société des Produits Nestlé S.A. Macaroni and Cheese Sauce Ready to Use Frozen Pouch 48x8oz Ready-Made Combination Meals 150kcal 4Protein 7Fat 17Carbs Société des Produits Nestlé S.A. STOUFFER's Macaroni & Beef with Tomatoes, 76 ounce tray Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 92kcal 4.4Protein 2.6Fat 13.2Carbs Société des Produits Nestlé S.A. STOUFFER's Vegetable Lasagna 4x96oz, tray Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 137kcal 7.5Protein 5.3Fat 14.5Carbs Société des Produits Nestlé S.A. Stouffer's Lasagna with Meat & Sauce 96 ounces Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 119kcal 7.5Protein 3.5Fat 14.5Carbs Société des Produits Nestlé S.A. STOUFFER's meal sausage lasagna Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 131kcal 5.9Protein 5.9Fat 14.0Carbs Société des Produits Nestlé S.A. Macaroni + Cheez Frozen, 6 x 98oz Tray Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 155kcal 5.2Protein 7.5Fat 16.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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