Italian Chef, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
Italian Chef, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner by Philadelphia Macaroni Company provides 357 kcal per 100 g, with 7.1 g of sugars and 12.5 g of protein. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). Contains: gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 56 g (0.33 cup)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 357 kcal | 200 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 1.8 g | 1 g | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 75 g | 42 g | 15% |
| Total sugars | 7.1 g | 4 g | |
| Dietary fiber | 3.6 g | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 12.5 g | 7 g | 14% |
| Salt | 2.2 g | 1.2 g |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values).
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Source of protein
- 14% of calories from protein (EU: at least 12% of calories from protein)
- Low fat
- 1.8 g fat per 100 g (EU: no more than 3 g per 100 g)
- Source of fiber
- 3.6 g fiber per 100 g (EU: at least 3 g per 100 g or 1.5 g per 100 kcal)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Ingredients
Enriched macaroni product (semolina (wheat) flour, niacin, iron (ferrous sulfate), thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), whey, maltodextrin, wheat flour, salt, natural flavors, semisoft cheese powder (milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), buttermilk solids, calcium phosphate, sodium phosphate, fd&c yellow # 6, fd&c yellow #5, lactic acid
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Regulatory status of its additives
How the US, individual states and the EU treat additives found in this product's ingredient list.
United States
Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110) are among six petroleum-based dyes FDA is asking manufacturers to remove by the end of 2027. The phase-out is voluntary: the dyes remain approved.
California
The California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316) bars Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110) from school nutrition programs since August 1, 2025. A statewide ban due January 1, 2028 is on hold under a preliminary injunction (December 23, 2025) while the state appeals.
European Union
In the EU, food containing Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110) must state that it "may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children."
What these additives are and what the research says: Yellow 5, Yellow 6.
Additives are detected from the ingredient list by Open Food Facts and may be incomplete or out of date. Regulatory status checked October 6, 2026; rules are changing quickly. Not legal advice — always check the package label.
Product details
- Serving size
- 56 g (0.33 cup)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0041347000506
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Italian Chef, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner?
Italian Chef, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner contains 357 kcal per 100 g and about 200 kcal per serving (56 g (0.33 cup)).
How much sugar is in Italian Chef, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner?
Italian Chef, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner has 7.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Italian Chef, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Italian Chef, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Italian Chef, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Does Italian Chef, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110). FDA is asking manufacturers to stop using them by the end of 2027 (voluntarily); California bars them from public schools from December 31, 2027; West Virginia bars them from school meals; the EU requires a warning label on food with them. Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 29, 2019. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.