Ingredient

Cooked Enriched Pasta Product

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use cooked enriched pasta product as a convenient and versatile base for many …

What it is

Cooked enriched pasta product is pasta that has been cooked and then fortified with added vitamins and minerals. It is typically made from durum wheat semolina, water, and sometimes enriched with iron and B vitamins like folic acid, niacin, thiamin, and riboflavin.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use cooked enriched pasta product as a convenient and versatile base for many dishes. It is commonly found in frozen dinners, prepared sides, and ready-to-eat meals, providing a filling and familiar component.

Health notes

Enriched pasta is a source of carbohydrates and added nutrients. The FDA considers enriched pasta to be safe for consumption. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar pasta products. Typical intake as part of a balanced diet is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Pasta is typically made from wheat, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It also contains gluten. Not vegan safe.

Products containing Cooked Enriched Pasta Product

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H.J. Heinz Company Pasta With Ricotta And Spinach Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 114kcal 5.5Protein 2.0Fat 18.0Carbs H.J. Heinz Company Pasta Primavera Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 82kcal 3.5Protein 1.0Fat 14.5Carbs H.J. Heinz Company Lasagna Florentine Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 26% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 101kcal 4.4Protein 3.4Fat 13.8Carbs H.J. Heinz Company Macaroni & Cheese Frozen Prepared Sides High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 102kcal 3.5Protein 0.8Fat 19.6Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Chorizo With Pasta & Fire Roasted Tomatoes Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 110kcal 5.1Protein 4.3Fat 13.3Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Chicken Lo Mein White Meat Chicken With Multigrain Pasta & Asian Style Vegetables In A Sesame Garlic Sauce, Chicken Lo Mein Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 36% DV per serving 106kcal 5.5Protein 2.4Fat 15.7Carbs The Minute Maid Company Pasta With Ricotta And Spinach Mini Pasta Ribbons In A Creamy White Sauce With Ricotta Cheese And Spinach, Pasta With Ricotta And Spinach Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 110kcal 5.5Protein 2.0Fat 16.9Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Chicken Margherita Roasted White Meat Chicken And Radiatori Pasta In A Balsamic Tomato Sauce Topped With A Cheese Blend, Chicken Margherita Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 94kcal 5.5Protein 1.6Fat 13.7Carbs

Kraft Heinz Foods Company Mac & Cheese With Chicken Creamy Bacon Alfredo, Mac & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 165kcal 10.9Protein 7.0Fat 14.4Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Thai Style Peanut Chicken Roasted White Chicken In A Creamy Peanut Sauce With Vegetables On Multigrain Pasta, Thai Style Peanut Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 124kcal 8.1Protein 5.7Fat 10.2Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Main Street Kitchen Three Cheese Ziti With Meat Sauce, 9 Oz Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 118kcal 5.1Protein 3.1Fat 16.9Carbs

Kraft Heinz Foods Company Smart Ones Creamy Rigatoni Pasta With Broccoli & Chicken Frozen Meal, 9 Oz Box Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 102kcal 6.3Protein 1.6Fat 15.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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