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Rana 5-Cheese Tortellini
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Rana 5-Cheese Tortellini

Rana
20 oz
Available at Foodtown
240
Calories
10g
Protein
3g
Sugars
410mg
Sodium
4g
Fiber
71
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Rana 5-Cheese Tortellini (20 oz) is the kind of refrigerated prepared pasta you’ll find in the fresh pasta aisle or deli-adjacent case, shelved beside other filled pastas, gnocchi, and ready-to-heat sauces. It’s positioned as a premium, Italian-style convenience product — often presented in a clear plastic tray or sealed film with attractive photography and claims like “made with real cheese” and “fresh” that appeal to shoppers looking for a shortcut to a homemade meal. The brand leans on artisanal, family-owned imagery; the target shopper tends to be time-pressed households or culinary-curious adults (millennials and busy families) who want restaurant-style flavor without the effort. Typical uses include quick weeknight dinners, a cozy weekend date-night, or an easy addition to a dinner party when paired with butter, sage, or a simple tomato sauce. Sensory-wise the tortellini offers a tender, slightly springy pasta exterior and a creamy, savory center — rich ricotta and blended cheeses give a lush, buttery mouthfeel and a satisfying umami note. Packaging invites an easy ritual: boil briefly, drain, toss with sauce or browned butter, and serve with a salad and wine. Labeling conveys freshness and cheese-forward indulgence but usually lacks organic certification and isn’t targeted specifically at children. In plain terms, this is a commercially prepared, multi-ingredient product that combines whole foods (flour, eggs, cheeses) with industrial ingredients and flavoring agents; it trades some culinary labor for consistent convenience and rich, approachable flavor. Per serving it delivers around 240 calories and a notable sodium level (about 410 mg).

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 cup
Servings per Container: 6
Calories240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat4g20%
Cholesterol70mg23%
Sodium410mg18%
Total Carbohydrate35g13%
Dietary Fiber4g14%
Total Sugars3g
Protein10g
* 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

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

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?

Although made from recognizable ingredients like durum flour, eggs, and cheeses, the product contains industrial additives (maltodextrin, yeast extract, natural flavor, chicory root fiber) and is a commercially formulated ready-to-cook item, placing it in NOVA group 4 as an ultraprocessed food.

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Common Questions about Rana 5-Cheese Tortellini

The 5-Cheese Tortellini can be a tasty addition to a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a quick meal option. It packs 10 grams of protein per serving, which is a nice boost, but it's also worth noting that it contains some sodium and saturated fat. So, it’s great for a hearty dinner, but maybe not your everyday choice if you're watching those numbers closely.

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