Ingredient

Mac & Cheese

Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add cheese to mac and cheese for flavor and texture. Milk and butter …

What is Mac & Cheese?

Macaroni and cheese is a dish made with cooked elbow macaroni pasta and a cheese sauce. The sauce is typically made from milk, butter, and cheese, often cheddar. It is commonly baked or served as a side dish or main course.

Is Mac & Cheese vegan?

No. Mac & Cheese is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.

Is Mac & Cheese a major allergen?

Cheese is derived from milk, which is one of the FDA's nine major allergens.

What is Mac & Cheese used for?

Manufacturers add cheese to mac and cheese for flavor and texture.

Is Mac & Cheese safe?

Cheese is a dairy product and a source of calcium and protein.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add cheese to mac and cheese for flavor and texture. Milk and butter are used to create the creamy sauce. It is a popular comfort food found in many packaged meals, frozen dinners, and pasta dishes.

Health notes

Cheese is a dairy product and a source of calcium and protein. When consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet, mac and cheese can contribute to nutrient intake. The FDA considers cheese a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food ingredient. JECFA has evaluated cheese and has not set a numerical limit for its consumption.

Allergen info

Cheese is derived from milk, which is one of the FDA's nine major allergens. Therefore, macaroni and cheese is considered a dairy allergen.

Foods that contain Mac & Cheese

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BBQ Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese Creamy Mac & Cheese Topped With BBQ Pulled Pork And Shredded Cheese, BBQ Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese Bally Plus Food Solutions BBQ Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese Creamy Mac & Cheese Topped With BBQ Pulled Pork And Shredded Cheese, BBQ Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese Other Deli High in sodium — 83% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 90% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 189kcal 8.1Protein 9.8Fat 16.9Carbs
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Pulled Pork In BBQ Sauce With Mac & Cheese And Greens, BBQ Sauce Whole Foods Market Pulled Pork In BBQ Sauce With Mac & Cheese And Greens, BBQ Sauce Other Deli High in sodium — 46% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 185kcal 8.8Protein 10.3Fat 13.5Carbs
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MARIE CALLENDERS Salisbury Steak Marie Callender's MARIE CALLENDERS Salisbury Steak Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 61% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving —kcal 5.3Protein 6.3Fat 12.1Carbs
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Dierberg's Markets Bob's BBQ Smoked Meatloaf Homestyle Mac & Cheese, Bob's BBQ Smoked Meatloaf Other Deli High in sodium — 85% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 100% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 44% DV per serving 178kcal 7.1Protein 8.1Fat 19.4Carbs
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Dierberg's Markets Bob's BBQ Smoked Pulled Chicken Homestyle Mac & Cheese, Bob's BBQ Smoked Pulled Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 72% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 90% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 42% DV per serving 165kcal 9.5Protein 7.6Fat 14.6Carbs
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Sam'S Choice Mac & Cheese Seasoned Pork And BBQ Sauce, Mac & Cheese Seasoned Pork Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 236kcal 13.6Protein 13.6Fat 13.6Carbs
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Marie Callender'S Country Fried Chicken Breast Tenders Breaded Tender-Shaped Chicken Breast Patties Served With Macaroni And Cheese, Country Fried Chicken Breast Tenders Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 60% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 169kcal 7.7Protein 7.2Fat 18.3Carbs
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Schnucks Mac & Bacon Other Deli High in sodium — 68% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 155% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 50% DV per serving 253kcal 10Protein 17.3Fat 12.7Carbs
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Freshness Guaranteed Creamy Mac & Cheese Tender Pasta In Smooth And Creamy Cheese Sauce, Creamy Mac & Cheese Pasta Dinners High in saturated fat — 90% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 187kcal 7.3Protein 10.6Fat 16.0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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