Mac 'n Cheese Bold & Cheesy vs Macaroni Cheese
Overall, Macaroni Cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 4.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mac 'n Cheese Bold & Cheesy | Macaroni Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 500 kcal | 405 kcal |
| Fat | 20.6 g | 39 g |
| Saturated fat | 5.2 g | 13 g |
| Sugars | 8.8 g | 2 g |
| Salt | 2.7 g | 1.1 g |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 0.9 g |
| Protein | 14.7 g | 2.4 g |
| Additives | 8 | 5 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk, Soybeans | Gluten, Milk, Mustard |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Macaroni Cheese has 19% fewer calories (405 kcal vs 500 kcal).
- Mac 'n Cheese Bold & Cheesy has 47% less fat (20.6 g vs 39 g).
- Mac 'n Cheese Bold & Cheesy has 60% less saturated fat (5.2 g vs 13 g).
- Macaroni Cheese has 77% less sugar (2 g vs 8.8 g).
- Macaroni Cheese has 58% less salt (1.1 g vs 2.7 g).
- Mac 'n Cheese Bold & Cheesy has 69% more fiber (2.9 g vs 0.9 g).
- Mac 'n Cheese Bold & Cheesy has 84% more protein (14.7 g vs 2.4 g).
- Macaroni Cheese has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Mac 'n Cheese Bold & Cheesy lists: Soybeans.
- Only Macaroni Cheese lists: Mustard.
Ingredients
Mac 'n Cheese Bold & Cheesy
Wheat flour, whey, cheddar cheese (milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), salt, palm oil, canola oil, maltodextrin, natural and artificial flavor, whey protein concentrate, corn syrup solids, modified corn starch, lactic acid, citric acid, monosodium glutamate, yellow 6, cultured nonfat milk, autolyzed yeast extract, buttermilk, hydrolyzed soy protein, blue cheese (milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), guar gum, xanthan gum, iron, niacin, disodium guanylate, disodium inosinate, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid.
Macaroni Cheese
Cooked Macaroni (43%) (Water, Durum Wheat Semolina), Water, Medium Fat Soft Cheese (Cows' Milk), Rapeseed Oil, Modified Maize Starch, Sugar, Skimmed Cows' Milk Powder, Cheese Powder (Cows' Milk), Mustard Flour, Maize Starch, Stabiliser: Sodium Phosphate, Salt, Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Yeast Extract, Whey Powder (Cows' Milk), Colour: Beta-carotene. antil power not reheat tents to a - unsaturates 07845882 P0175 03.22 < 0027 2391 ! Allergy advice: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. LABEL Recycle RINSE CAŃ Recycle We're sure you'll love this product. If you don't, simply return for a full refund. Or, call our careline 0800 636262. Your statutory rights are not affected. Packed in the UK for Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd London, EC1N 2HT and Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd Upper Galwally, Belfast, BT8 6FX. www.sainsburys.co.uk
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mac 'n Cheese Bold & Cheesy or Macaroni Cheese?
Overall, Macaroni Cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Macaroni Cheese has fewer calories: 405 kcal versus 500 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Macaroni Cheese has less sugar: 2 g versus 8.8 g per 100 g.