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Rana 4-Cheese Ravioli
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Rana 4-Cheese Ravioli

Rana
10 oz
Available at Foodtown
320
Calories
14g
Protein
6g
Sugars
560mg
Sodium
6g
Fiber
69
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Rana 4-Cheese Ravioli (10 oz) sits in the refrigerated prepared-pasta case of a typical American grocery store, shelved near other fresh pastas, refrigerated gnocchi, and ready-made sauces. You’ll spot it alongside other premium refrigerated brands and heat-and-eat Italian-style meals rather than on the dry pasta aisle. It’s the kind of product shoppers grab on weeknight errands for a quick family dinner, or on a weekend when they want a fuss-free, slightly elevated meal — think simple pasta night, quick date-night in, or a comforting solo lunch. The brand positions itself as authentic, Italian-inspired and slightly upscale: marketing leans into artisanal craft, fresh ingredients, and “restaurant-style” convenience, appealing to busy families and millennial home cooks who want gourmet vibes without the work. Packaging usually shows warm, rustic imagery of pasta and cheese; labels highlight familiar cheeses and may use terms like "fresh" or "made with real cheese," but there’s no organic certification and modern ingredient notes (maltodextrin, natural flavor, chicory root fiber) reveal industrial processing. Sensory experience: pillowy pasta pillows give way to a creamy, tangy cheese center—ricotta, mozzarella, provolone and Parmesan—with buttery richness and a slight grain from breadcrumbs; texture is tender with a slick, saucy finish if tossed with butter or marinara. Sold in a clear plastic tray or film-sealed carton in the fridge, the ritual is brief: simmer or pan-heat, drain, sauce and serve. Processing context: this is a refrigerated, convenience-oriented pasta product with added texturizers and flavorings, designed for quick home preparation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 2.5
Calories320
% Daily Value*
Total Fat13g17%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol40mg13%
Sodium560mg24%
Total Carbohydrate39g14%
Dietary Fiber6g21%
Total Sugars6g
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

Filling:, Ricotta, Cheese, (Whey,, Milk,, Cream,, Vinegar),, Mozzarella, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Cultured, Milk,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Provolone, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Cream, (Milk,, Cream),, Whey,, Parmesan, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Cultured, Part-Skim, Milk,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Chicory, Root, Fiber,, Sunflower, Oil,, Unsalted, Butter, (Cream),, Bread, Crumbs, (Wheat, Flour,, Yeast,, Salt),, 2%, or, Less, of, Salt,, Wheat, Fiber,, Natural, Flavor,, Potato, Starch,, Autolyzed, Yeast, Extract,, Maltodextrin,, Pasta:, Durum, Wheat, Flour,, Water,, Eggs..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

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 (maltodextrin, natural flavors, chicory root fiber, autolyzed yeast extract) and is a ready-to-heat processed product, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Rana 4-Cheese Ravioli

The 4-Cheese Ravioli can be a tasty addition to your meal rotation, especially if you're looking for something satisfying. With 14 grams of protein and 6 grams of fiber per serving, it offers a nice balance that can keep you feeling full. Just remember, 'healthy' can be subjective — it’s all about how it fits into your overall diet!

Perfect For

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movie-night
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

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