mac & cheese

mac & cheese

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Target diet: Halal

mac & cheese · Halal

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"whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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On the label

enriched macaroniwheat flourdurum flourniacinferrous sulfate [ironcheese sauce mixwheysalt

What we checked

Haram ingredients (pork, alcohol)None found
Doubtful (Mushbooh) items"whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
357 kcal
Fat
3 g
Carbohydrates
70 g
Sugars
11 g
Protein
13 g

Ingredients (original text)

enriched macaroni (wheat flour, durum flour, niacin, ferrous sulfate [iron], thiamin mononitrate [vitamin b1], riboflavin [vitamin b21 folic acid), cheese sauce mix (whey, mlkfat milk protein concentrate, salt, sodium triphosphate, contains less than 2% of citric acid, lactic acid, sodium phosphate, calcium phosphate, with paprika, turmeric, and annatto added for color, enzymes, cheese culture), contains: wheat, milk

Why can't we give a definite answer for mac & cheese?

Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether mac & cheese fits a halal diet. Reasons:

  • "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)

Rather than guessing, we prefer to tell you honestly when the data is incomplete. If you follow a halal diet for health or religious reasons, please check the product packaging or contact the manufacturer directly before consuming this product.

Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data from Open Food Facts. Product formulations change frequently. This is not medical, nutritional, or religious advice.

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Frequently asked questions

Is mac & cheese Halal?

We cannot say for certain. "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.

Does mac & cheese contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: enriched macaroni (wheat flour, durum flour, niacin, ferrous sulfate [iron], thiamin mononitrate [vitamin b1], riboflavin [vitamin b21 folic acid), ch...

What are the nutritional facts of mac & cheese?

mac & cheese contains 357 calories per 100g, with 13g of protein, 70g of carbohydrates, and 3g of fat.

How much sugar is in mac & cheese?

mac & cheese lists 11 g of sugar per 100 g.

Can I eat mac & cheese on a Halal diet?

We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that mac & cheese fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.