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Mama Rosie Mini Square Ravioli
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Mama Rosie Mini Square Ravioli

Mama Rosie's
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
330
Calories
13g
Protein
2g
Sugars
160mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
45
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Mama Rosie Mini Square Ravioli arrives as a 12 oz fresh-frozen package of small, pillow-like pasta squares filled with a ricotta and pecorino blend. You would typically find it in the frozen prepared pasta section, shelved near other filled pastas, gnocchi, frozen sauces and family-style frozen meals rather than in the refrigerated fresh-pasta case. It reads like a heritage brand story on the label, invoking Sicilian roots and a family matriarch, and is positioned as an all-natural, kid-friendly convenience item for households that want an easy, comforting Italian meal. Label claims include good source of fiber, all natural, freshly grated pecorino, hand-harvested Sicilian sea salt, and no preservatives, and the packaging highlights family tradition and simple ingredients rather than organic certification. Sensory expectations: tender, slightly toothsome durum wheat dough with a smooth, creamy ricotta interior punctuated by salty, tangy pecorino; small squares make it playful and portionable for children. Packaging is typical frozen retail — a branded box or bag with product photos and the Mama Rosie story and cooking instructions; the ritual is quick boil, drain, toss with butter or tomato sauce and finish with extra cheese for a fast weeknight family dinner. In plain language, this is a processed, commercially prepared frozen filled pasta made from recognizable culinary ingredients rather than industrial additives. It sits culturally as a nostalgic, old-world comfort food adapted for modern convenience, marketed to parents who want a quick, seemingly wholesome meal that still feels homemade.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 cup
Servings per Container: 2.5
Calories330
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4.5g6%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium160mg7%
Total Carbohydrate60g22%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars2g
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

Dough, Mixture:, Enriched, Durum, Wheat, Flour, (Durum, Flour,, Niacin,, Ferrous, Sulfate,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Water,, Egg, Whites., Cheese, Mixture:, Whole, Milk, Ricotta, Cheese, (Milk,, Whey,, Cream,, Vinegar,, Salt),, Egg, Whites,, Pecorino, Romano, Cheese, (Sheep’s, Milk,, Rennet,, Salt),, Water,, Sicilian, Sea, Salt,, White, Pepper..

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?

Made from basic culinary ingredients with no industrial additives or preservatives but sold as a packaged, industrially produced frozen ready-to-cook item, it fits NOVA group 3 (processed foods). The product combines processed components (enriched flour pasta, cheeses) into a commercially prepared convenience food.

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Common Questions about Mama Rosie Mini Square Ravioli

Well, that depends on your perspective! Each serving has 330 calories and a decent amount of protein (13g), making it a satisfying option for a meal. It’s not packed with veggies or whole grains, but it can certainly fit into a balanced diet if you're looking for something hearty and comforting.

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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