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Bolognese Sauce

Generally safe but often high in sodium and may contain preservatives in commercial versions.

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score
0
/ 100
Ingredient Breakdown
0 red · 3 amber · 5 green
Calories
80-120 per 100g
Serving
125g (half cup)
Sugar
4-6g per serving (7-11% daily value)
Sat. Fat
2-4g per serving (10-20% daily value)
High sodium content in most commercial versions
May contain allergens like celery or sulfites in some brands
Meat content and quality varies significantly between products
Full Analysis

Ingredients (8)

Tomatoes

Natural source of vitamins C and K, plus antioxidant lycopene.

Daily Intake — No concerns - rich in lycopene and vitamins
SAFE

Ground beef/pork

aka Minced meat

Good protein source but can be high in saturated fat depending on meat quality.

Daily Intake — Saturated fat content varies by meat quality
MODERATE

Onions

Natural source of antioxidants and prebiotic compounds that support gut health.

Daily Intake — No concerns - contains beneficial compounds
SAFE

Garlic

Contains allicin and other sulfur compounds with potential health benefits.

Daily Intake — No concerns - has antimicrobial properties
SAFE

Salt

Essential for flavor but commercial versions often contain excessive amounts.

Daily Intake — One serving may contain 25-40% of daily sodium limit
MODERATE

Sugar

Often added to commercial versions to balance tomato acidity, contributing to daily sugar intake.

Daily Intake — Added to balance acidity - usually 3-6g per serving
MODERATE

Citric acid

E330

Natural preservative that maintains color and freshness, generally recognized as safe.

Daily Intake — No concerns at typical levels
SAFE

Modified starch

E1442
aka Thickener

Common thickening agent that's well-tolerated and improves sauce consistency.

Daily Intake — No concerns - used for texture
SAFE
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Rao's Homemade Marinara

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Muir Glen Organic

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Fun Fact

Authentic Bolognese sauce from Bologna, Italy traditionally simmers for 3-4 hours and contains very little tomato compared to commercial versions.

Made by Varies by brand - major producers include Unilever, Nestlé, and Campbell's
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