Shell Pasta & Aged Cheddar

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Common questions

Is Shell Pasta & Aged Cheddar healthy?

Shell Pasta & Aged Cheddar scores 73/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains organic wheat flour and whey, which are beneficial ingredients providing carbohydrates and high-quality protein.

How processed is Shell Pasta & Aged Cheddar?

Shell Pasta & Aged Cheddar is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Shell Pasta & Aged Cheddar's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Maltodextrin is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Shell Pasta & Aged Cheddar

Nature's Promise
73 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Ahold Delhaize USA
Category Pasta
Summary

This product contains organic wheat flour and whey, which are beneficial ingredients providing carbohydrates and high-quality protein. However, the presence of maltodextrin, a highly processed carbohydrate with a high glycemic index, contributes to its processing level. The product is processed and includes additives like disodium phosphate, which limits its score despite the use of organic ingredients.

Key ingredients 8

Organic Wheat Flour
Neutral

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

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Whey
Neutral

A dairy byproduct providing protein, commonly used for texture and nutritional value.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for flavor enhancement and preservation.

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Buttermilk Solids
Neutral

Dried dairy solids that contribute to the creamy flavor profile.

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Organic Corn Starch
Neutral

An organically sourced thickening agent derived from corn.

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Cheddar Cheese Powder
Neutral

Dehydrated cheese providing the primary cheese flavor for the product.

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Annatto Extract
Neutral

A natural plant-derived colorant used to give the cheese sauce a vibrant yellow-orange hue.

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Maltodextrin
Bad

Processed additive flagged under Scout's ingredient doctrine.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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