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Buitoni Angel Hair Pasta 9OZ
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Buitoni Angel Hair Pasta 9OZ

Buitoni
9 oz
Available at Foodtown
240
Calories
9g
Protein
150mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
11
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Buitoni Angel Hair Pasta 9OZ feels like a familiar staple on the grocery shelf: you’ll usually find it in the pasta aisle near other boxed and bagged pastas, lining up beside jars of tomato sauce, olive oil, and other quick-dinner essentials. Packaged in a slim box or sealed pouch, the product reads as approachable and home-friendly — thin, delicate strands marketed for fast cooking and elegant presentations. It’s the kind of item shoppers grab on weeknight runs for a speedy meal, or pick up on a Saturday for a light weekend pasta with lemon, butter and herbs. The brand leans on Italian culinary heritage and convenience; Buitoni evokes an international, family-oriented positioning that appeals to cooks who want authentic textures without specialty shopping. Labels often highlight simple ingredients — durum wheat, eggs, salt — which creates a “wholesome” halo even though there’s a subtle colorant listed. There’s no child-focused artwork or organic badge on this SKU, and the messaging skews adult and practical rather than playful. In processing terms, it’s a commercially made pasta: milled wheat and semolina are mixed with eggs and water, shaped into fine strands, then dried or packaged for retail. Sensory-wise, angel hair cooks very quickly to a silky, tender bite and carries light sauces beautifully, creating a ritual of fast boil, a gentle toss with sauce, and immediate plating. It’s used for everything from simple family dinners to weeknight date-night meals, appealing to shoppers who want quick, comforting, and slightly elevated pasta without fuss.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.25 cup
Servings per Container: 3
Calories240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2g3%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Cholesterol45mg15%
Sodium150mg7%
Total Carbohydrate46g17%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Protein9g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Wheat, Flour,, Durum, Wheat, Semolina,, Eggs,, Water,, Salt,, Beta, Carotene, Color..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Beta Carotene Color - Artificial coloring
No Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Contains few, recognizable ingredients (wheat, semolina, eggs, salt) and no extensive industrial additives, indicating processed food rather than ultra-processed; the inclusion of a colorant and commercial manufacturing places it in NOVA group 3.

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Common Questions about Buitoni Angel Hair Pasta 9OZ

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people! This pasta is made with simple ingredients like wheat flour, eggs, and water, which means it's a decent source of carbs and protein. However, it's not considered high in fiber or protein compared to whole grain options, so if you're looking for a superfood, you might want to explore other types.

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Vibe:

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