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Resers Msb Signature Mac &Cheese
Deli
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Resers Msb Signature Mac &Cheese

Main St Bistro
20 oz
Available at Foodtown
270
Calories
14g
Protein
4g
Sugars
960mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
158
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Main St Bistro® Signature Mac & Cheese (20 oz) presents itself as a refrigerated, ready-in-minutes comfort classic — a grab from the prepared foods cooler near deli entrees, rotisserie chickens, refrigerated sides and microwaveable dinners. The tub-style package and bright label promise "made-from-scratch" taste and highlight real cheddar, Parmesan and Romano cheeses, positioning the product as an easy, homey shortcut for busy families. It reads like family-friendly grocery theater: warm, familiar visuals, a claim to "real cheese," and serving ideas that tie it to weeknight dinners, potlucks and kid-approved meals. Shoppers will pull this on errands intended to feed hungry kids after school, simplify a weeknight family meal, or round out a casual game-day spread. The brand leans on approachable, small-town bistro culture — nostalgic, comfort-oriented, and aimed at parents seeking convenience with a hint of indulgence rather than gourmet purism. Label characteristics include "made-from-scratch taste," references to real cheeses and whole milk, but there is no organic certification; it also contains standard ingredient-detail call-outs while relying on reassuring visuals rather than health claims. In plain language, the product is a highly processed prepared entree that uses cheese blends, stabilizers and preservatives to deliver consistent texture and shelf stability. Sensory notes: a creamy, velvety sauce clinging to tender elbow macaroni, bright golden-orange color from annatto, a rich dairy aroma and a smooth, slightly dense mouthfeel. Rituals: heat in microwave or oven, spoon into a bowl or serve alongside a protein, often eaten straight from the container for maximum convenience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 2.5
Calories270
% Daily Value*
Total Fat12g15%
Saturated Fat7g35%
Cholesterol40mg13%
Sodium960mg42%
Total Carbohydrate29g11%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars4g
Protein14g
* 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

Cooked, Macaroni, (Semolina, Wheat, Flour, [Enriched, with, Niacin,, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid],, Egg, White),, Whole, Milk,, Water,, Pasteurized, Process, Cheese, Spread, (Cheddar, and, Colby, Cheese, [Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Culture,, Salt,, Enzymes],, Water,, Whey,, Sodium, Phosphate,, Whey, Protein, Concentrate,, Skim, Milk,, Milk, Fat,, Salt,, Carrageenan,, Cellulose, Gum),, Cheddar, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes,, Annatto, Extract, [Color],, Natamycin, [Natural, Mold, Inhibitor]),, Cheddar, Club, Cheese, (Cheddar, Cheese, [Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Culture,, Salt,, Enzymes],, Water,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of, Salt,, Annatto, [Color]),, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Heavy, Cream, (Heavy, Cream,, Fat, Free, Milk),, Parmesan, Cheese, (Part-Skim, Milk,, Cheese, Culture,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Parmesan, and, Romano, Cheese, Base, (Parmesan, and, Romano, Cheese, Concentrate, [Granular, Cheese,, Parmesan, Cheese,, and, Romano, Cheese, {Pasteurized, Cow's, Milk,, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes},, Water,, Salt,, Natural, Flavor,, Citric, Acid],, Water,, Salt,, Whey,, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Cultured, Buttermilk,, Natural, Flavor,, Calcium, Caseinate,, Sodium, Caseinate,, Onion, Powder,, Garlic, Powder),, Salt,, Annatto, Extract, (Color),, Potassium, Sorbate, (Preservative),, Sodium, Benzoate, (Preservative)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Phosphate - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Annatto Extract - Artificial coloring
  • Annatto - Artificial coloring
No EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo 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?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (modified starch, sodium phosphates, carrageenan, cellulose gum, preservatives, concentrated cheese bases and isolates) and is a ready-to-heat prepared product, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Resers Msb Signature Mac &Cheese

Defining 'healthy' can be a bit like defining 'fun'—it really depends on your perspective! Reser's Mac & Cheese is a comforting option with 14 grams of protein per serving, which can be great for a filling meal. However, it's also quite high in sodium (960mg), so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy this as an occasional treat rather than a daily staple.

Perfect For

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movie-night
back-to-school

Vibe:

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