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Newman's Own Four Cheese Thin Crust Pizza
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Newman's Own Four Cheese Thin Crust Pizza

Newman's Own
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
390
Calories
18g
Protein
3g
Sugars
770mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
73
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Newman's Own Four Cheese Thin Crust Pizza is the familiar boxed frozen pizza you’ll find stacked in the supermarket freezer aisle, shelved beside other frozen pizzas, garlic breads and quick-prep appetizers. It reads as an approachable, family-friendly meal: one 16-oz thin-crust pie topped with a blend of mozzarella, cheddar, asiago and parmesan and a tomato-based sauce. Shoppers pick it up on errands for a low-effort weeknight dinner, a last-minute guest meal, or to stretch into a casual movie-night or game-day spread. The Newman's Own name carries a mild “good cause” and natural-food association in American grocery culture; the brand leans toward classic, slightly premium positioning that appeals to parents and adults seeking convenience without seeming overly processed. Packaging often emphasizes real cheese and simple ingredient names, creating a subtle “natural” health halo, though the product is not labeled organic and lacks overt kid-centric mascots. From a processing perspective it is a ready-to-bake frozen prepared pizza made from pre-baked crust and pasteurized cheeses. Sensory impressions: a thin, crisp-edged crust with a chewy interior, savory tomato sauce, and an oozing, browned four‑cheese topping; the pizza comes in a cardboard box with a photo of a hot pie and is typically reheated in a home oven or toaster oven. Rituals include preheating, slicing at the table, and pairing with a salad or cold beverage. It sits comfortably in American habits as a convenient, comforting convenience meal that balances perceived wholesomeness with shelf-stable ease.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.33
Servings per Container: 3
Calories390
% Daily Value*
Total Fat20g26%
Saturated Fat10g50%
Cholesterol55mg18%
Sodium770mg33%
Total Carbohydrate35g13%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars3g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein18g
* 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

Crust, (Wheat, Flour,, Water,, Vegetable, Oil, [Canola, Oil, and/or, Olive, Oil],, Yeast,, Sugar,, Salt,, Whole, Oat, Flour),, Low-Moisture, Mozzarella, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Whole, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Sauce, (Tomato, Puree, (Water,, Tomato, Paste),, Vegetable, Oil, [Canola, Oil, and/or, Olive, Oil],, Red, Wine, Vinegar,, Salt,, Spices,, Garlic, (Dried),, Onion, (Dried)),, Cheddar, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Asiago, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Parmesan, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • olive - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

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 frozen, ready-to-bake pizza contains industrially processed components (refined flours, added sugar, vegetable oils, and ready-made sauces) and is manufactured into a ready-to-heat product, fitting the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Newman's Own Four Cheese Thin Crust Pizza

The Four Cheese pizza can be a tasty option for a quick meal, but 'healthy' is a bit subjective. With 390 calories per serving and 18 grams of protein, it's a decent choice for a snack or meal, especially when compared to other frozen pizzas. Just keep in mind that it does have a fair amount of sodium (770mg), so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to pair it with a fresh salad.

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

comfortingconvenientnostalgicindulgent
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