
Filippo Berio Pasta Sauce, Traditional Italian 24 oz
What You Should Know
Filippo Berio Pasta Sauce, Traditional Italian (24 oz) sits on the grocery shelf among jarred tomato sauces and prepared pasta toppers, usually in the pasta & sauces aisle near other Italian-branded sauces and sometimes close to olive oils and canned tomatoes. You’ll spot it on family grocery runs, quick weeknight shops, or when shoppers are stocking up for simple entertaining. It’s marketed as an accessible, “traditional” sauce that borrows the Mediterranean credibility of the Filippo Berio olive oil brand—aimed at cooks who want an Italian-flavored shortcut without crafting sauce from scratch. The label leans on artisanal cues and a clean ingredient list rather than child-focused characters or gimmicks; claims emphasize tradition and simple ingredients rather than organic certification, and there is no explicit kid branding. In plain processing terms, it’s a prepared jarred tomato sauce: tomatoes are cooked, seasoned and combined with olive oil and salt, then packaged for shelf stability. Sensory notes: the sauce pours as a medium-thick, slightly pulpy red base with visible flecks of basil and herbs; the olive oil adds a glossy sheen and rounded mouthfeel while onion and carrot provide subtle sweetness. Packaged in a 24-ounce jar with a screw-top lid (easy to spoon or pour), it invites familiar rituals—tossing with hot pasta, simmering briefly with meatballs, or spooning over roasted vegetables. Because of its recognizable brand and straightforward flavor, it fits into routines where convenience meets a desire for a homey, Italian-style meal.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Tomato, Pulp,, Tomato, Puree,, Extra, Virgin, Olive, Oil,, Onion,, Carrot,, Salt,, Basil,, Parsley,, Concentrated, Lemon, Juice,, Thyme,, Laurel,, Black, Pepper..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
This is a processed (NOVA 3) jarred tomato sauce composed mainly of whole-food ingredients plus added oil and salt and preserved by cooking and packaging; it lacks the industrial additives and emulsifiers that would push it into ultra-processed NOVA 4.
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Common Questions about Filippo Berio Pasta Sauce, Traditional Italian 24 oz
Health can be a bit subjective, but this pasta sauce is relatively low in calories at just 70 per half-cup serving, making it a decent option for those watching their intake. It’s packed with wholesome ingredients like tomatoes, onions, and herbs, which means it’s a step up from many heavily processed sauces. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your dietary needs, so consider how it fits into your overall meal plan.
