ANGUS BEEF PATTIES

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Is ANGUS BEEF PATTIES healthy?

ANGUS BEEF PATTIES scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. The Angus Beef Patties contain high-quality beef, which is a good source of protein and essential nutrients.

How processed is ANGUS BEEF PATTIES?

ANGUS BEEF PATTIES is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive ANGUS BEEF PATTIES' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Beef, Onion Powder count in its favor, and Pasteurized Process Cheddar Cheese; Cheddar Cheese [Cultured Milk, Salt, Enzymes]; Sodium Phosphate are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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ANGUS BEEF PATTIES

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60 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 5
Owned by Kroger
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

The Angus Beef Patties contain high-quality beef, which is a good source of protein and essential nutrients. However, the product is heavily processed, containing additives like sodium nitrite and sodium phosphate, which are linked to potential health risks. The inclusion of processed ingredients such as bacon and artificial colors further contributes to its ultra-processed nature, limiting its overall healthiness.

Key ingredients 8

Beef
Very Good

Beef is a natural source of high-quality protein and essential nutrients, making it a beneficial ingredient for muscle health and overall nutrition.

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Onion Powder
Good

Onion powder adds natural flavor and contains antioxidants, supporting immune health and adding nutritional value.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Pasteurized Process Cheddar Cheese
Bad

Processed cheese often contains additives and preservatives that can diminish its nutritional quality and may impact health negatively.

Cheddar Cheese [Cultured Milk, Salt, Enzymes]
Bad

This ingredient includes cultured milk and enzymes but is considered less healthy due to its processed nature and potential additives.

Sodium Phosphate
Bad

Sodium phosphate is an additive used for processing but can be associated with negative health effects when consumed in excess.

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Enzyme Modified Cheese [Cheddar Cheese {Cultured Milk, Salt, Enzymes}, Water, Enzymes]
Bad

This highly processed cheese ingredient contains enzymes and additives that reduce its nutritional value and may have negative health implications.

Artificial Color
Bad

Artificial color additives are synthetic and do not provide nutritional benefits, often associated with negative health perceptions.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

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