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Buitoni Four Cheese Ravioli 20oz Family Size
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Buitoni Four Cheese Ravioli 20oz Family Size

Buitoni
20 oz
Available at Foodtown
280
Calories
13g
Protein
1g
Sugars
480mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
86
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Buitoni Four Cheese Ravioli (20 oz family size) sits in the refrigerated fresh pasta case of American supermarkets, usually near other chilled filled pastas, tortellini, gnocchi, and refrigerated pasta sauces. The package signals a dinner shortcut for households — you see it where shoppers grab convenience-focused, ready-to-cook items rather than the dry pasta aisle. It’s a family-oriented product for weeknight dinners, casual weekend meals, or any time you want a quick, comforting pasta course for several people. Brand positioning leans on European heritage and approachable indulgence: Buitoni markets itself as an everyday Italian-style brand, targeting busy families and young professionals who value taste and time savings over gourmet or artisanal claims. Labels often emphasize real cheese varieties (ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, asiago) and straightforward ingredient names, giving a “real food” halo despite industrial manufacture; there are no organic or specialty certifications on standard SKUs, and kid-targeted graphics are minimal — positioning is more practical than whimsical. Processing context: this is a manufactured, ready-to-cook refrigerated pasta product made in a factory using combined dairy and dough components. Sensory details: the ravioli are pillowy, tender dough pockets with a slightly creamy, savory cheese blend and a breadcrumb lift from the filling; texture is soft with occasional tooth from semolina in the dough. Packaging is a sealed plastic tray or bag inside a branded carton — the ritual is simple: boil water or pan-sauté with sauce, heat through, and serve family-style, often with grated cheese and a green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 5
Calories280
% Daily Value*
Total Fat10g13%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol60mg20%
Sodium480mg21%
Total Carbohydrate34g12%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein13g
* 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

Filling:, Ricotta, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Pasteurized, Whey,, Vinegar,, Salt),, Low, Moisture, Mozzarella, Cheese, (Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Parmesan, Cheese, (Part-Skim, Cow's, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Asiago, Cheese, (Part-Skim, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Salt,, Breadcrumbs, (Enriched, Flour, [Wheat, Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid];, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, the, Following:, Sunflower, Oil,, Sugar,, Salt,, Instant, Dry, Yeast),, Potato, Flakes,, Potato, Starch,, Dried, Citrus, Pulp,, Sugar., Dough:, Wheat, Flour,, Durum, Wheat, Semolina,, Eggs,, Water,, Salt,, Beta, Carotene, Color..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Beta Carotene Color - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo Additive

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This ready-to-cook, industrially manufactured filled pasta combines multiple processed ingredients (enriched flours, prepared cheese blends, additives like beta carotene) and is produced as a formulated convenience product, consistent with an ultra-processed classification.

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Common Questions about Buitoni Four Cheese Ravioli 20oz Family Size

The Four Cheese Ravioli can be a tasty addition to your meal rotation, especially if you're looking for a quick and satisfying dinner. It packs a decent protein punch with 13 grams per serving, making it a filling option. However, it's also on the higher side for sodium (480mg), so if you're watching your salt intake, just keep that in mind!

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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