Agnolotti Smoked Mozzarella
by Perfect Pasta
A relatively clean filled pasta with quality dairy ingredients and minimal processing. Main concerns are seed oils in flour blend and bread crumbs, plus anti-caking agents in aged cheeses.
- Whole milk ricotta cheese – beneficial · High-quality dairy protein and calcium source made from whole milk, providing complete amino acids and beneficial fats.
- Sweet whey – safe · Byproduct of cheese making that provides protein and lactose, generally well-tolerated.
- Whole milk – beneficial · Complete protein source with naturally occurring vitamins A and D, though inflammatory potential varies by individual.
- Sweet cream – safe · Natural dairy fat that enhances texture and provides fat-soluble vitamins.
- Culture – beneficial · Beneficial bacteria used in cheese making that may support gut health and improve digestibility.
- Vinegar – safe · Natural preservative and pH adjuster with antimicrobial properties.
- Salt – safe · Essential mineral and natural preservative, though quantity matters for blood pressure.
- Durum wheat flour – safe · High-protein wheat variety traditionally used for pasta, though enrichment indicates processing.
- Ferrous sulfate – safe · Iron supplement added to enriched flour to prevent deficiency.
- Niacin – safe · B-vitamin (B3) added during flour enrichment process.
- Thiamin – safe · B-vitamin (B1) added during flour enrichment process.
- Riboflavin – safe · B-vitamin (B2) added during flour enrichment process.
- Folic acid – safe · Synthetic form of folate added to prevent neural tube defects.
- Smoked mozzarella cheese – safe · Traditional cheese with natural smoking process for flavor enhancement.
- Pasteurized milk – safe · Heat-treated milk that eliminates pathogens while preserving most nutrients.
- Cheese culture – beneficial · Beneficial bacteria that ferment lactose and may provide probiotic benefits.
- Enzymes – safe · Natural enzymes (likely rennet) used in traditional cheese making process.
- Natural flavor – safe · Undefined natural flavoring compound, generally safer than artificial but lacks transparency.
- Water – safe · Essential ingredient for pasta dough formation.
- Whole egg – beneficial · Complete protein source with all essential amino acids and choline for brain health.
- Bread crumbs – safe · Processed ingredient that adds texture but contains refined flour and seed oil.
- Wheat flour – safe · Refined wheat flour providing structure but lacking fiber and nutrients of whole grain.
- Sugar – safe · Small amount used in bread crumbs, minimal impact at this level.
- Canola oil – controversial · Highly processed seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids that may promote inflammation when consumed regularly.
- Yeast – safe · Natural leavening agent used in bread making.
- Flour blend – safe · Combination flour containing corn and wheat with added seed oil.
- Yellow corn flour – safe · Ground corn providing carbohydrates and yellow color.
- Soybean oil – controversial · Highly processed seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids and often from GMO soybeans.
- Extractives of turmeric – beneficial · Natural coloring agent from turmeric with anti-inflammatory compounds like curcumin.
- Extractives of paprika – safe · Natural coloring and flavoring agent from paprika peppers.
- Parmesan cheese – safe · Aged cheese providing umami flavor and protein, though contains anti-caking agent.
- Pasteurized part-skim cow's milk – safe · Lower fat milk used in cheese production, heat-treated for safety.
- Cheese cultures – beneficial · Beneficial bacteria used in cheese fermentation process.
- Powdered cellulose – controversial · Wood pulp derivative used as anti-caking agent, generally safe but unnecessary processing.
- Romano cheese – safe · Sharp Italian cheese providing flavor and protein.
- Pasteurized cow's milk – safe · Heat-treated milk ensuring food safety.
- Fresh basil – beneficial · Fresh herb providing antioxidants and natural flavor enhancement.
- Garlic powder – beneficial · Dehydrated garlic providing flavor and compounds with potential cardiovascular benefits.
- Black pepper – beneficial · Natural spice with antioxidant properties and potential digestive benefits.
Quality cheese ingredients with beneficial cultures
Fresh herbs and spices
Minimal preservatives
Traditional pasta making approach
Contains seed oils (canola and soybean)
Powdered cellulose anti-caking agent
Refined wheat flour
Some processed components
About This Analysis
This ingredient analysis for Agnolotti Smoked Mozzarella was performed by Truelabel, an AI-powered food scanner that grades products from A (excellent) to F (failing) based on ingredient quality. The analysis covers seed oil content, ultra-processed ingredients, preservatives, artificial colors, allergens, and potential health risks including cancer risk, hormonal disruption, and gut irritation scores.
Category: Pasta & Grains