🧪 Nutrition Facts
- Calories 179.8
- Total Fat 7.0 g
- Saturated Fat 1.5 g
- Cholesterol 10.1 mg
- Sodium 790.2 mg
- Potassium 0.0 mg
- Total Carbohydrate 22.0 g
- Dietary Fiber 3.0 g
- Sugars 5.0 g
- Protein 6.0 g
- Vitamin A 1750.0 IU
- Vitamin B-12 0.0 µg
- Vitamin B-6 0.0 mg
- Vitamin C 4.8 mg
- Vitamin D 0.0 IU
- Vitamin E 0.0 mg
- Calcium 150.1 mg
- Copper 0.0 mg
- Folate 0.0 µg
- Iron 0.7 mg
- Magnesium 0.0 mg
- Manganese 0.0 mg
- Niacin 0.0 mg
- Pantothenic Acid 0.0 mg
- Phosphorus 0.0 mg
- Riboflavin 0.0 mg
- Thiamin 0.0 mg
- Zinc 0.0 mg
Note: Nutrition information comes from the USDA Food Central Database. Daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet (FDA). Actual requirements vary by individual. Use at your own risk.
📋 Nutrition Summary
With 179.8 calories per serving (2 ONZ (56.0g)), Shepherd's Pie Creamy Cheese Sauce with Seasoned Potato Flakes, Premium Seasonings & Vegetables Cheesy Casseroles Dinner Kit is a moderately calorie-dense food worth tracking if you're managing your intake. Carbohydrates are the primary energy source at 22.0g per serving (50.3% of calories), with a good 3.0g of dietary fiber. One thing to note: a single serving contains 790.2mg of sodium (34% of the daily recommended limit), which is significant if you're watching your salt intake.
🏷️ Diet & Nutrition Tags
Tags are generated automatically from USDA nutrition data using standard dietary thresholds. They are for general guidance only and are not medical advice.
📝 Ingredients
Cheese Sauce (whey [from Milk], Canola Oil, Cheddar Cheese [milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes], Milk Protein Concentrate, Sodium Phosphate, Enzyme Modified Cheddar Cheese [milk, Water, Sodium Phosphate, Salt, Milkfat, Enzymes, Cheese Culture, Sorbic Acid as a Preservative], Contains Less than 2% of Salt, Whey Protein Concentrate, Lactic Acid, Sodium Alginate, Sorbic Acid as a Preservative, Annatto Extract [color], Oleoresin Paprika [color], Cellulose Gum, Natural Flavor); Seasoned Potato Flakes (potatoes*, Salt, Canola Oil, Mono- and Diglycerides, Spice, Citric Acid, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Bisulfite); Seasoning Blend (wheat Flour, Onions*, Milk*, Whey*, Garlic*, Maltodextrin, Modified Food Starch, Tomato*, Salt, Spice [contains Celery], Tricalcium Phosphate, Contains Less than 2% of Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Whey Protein Concentrate, Lactose, Buttermilk*, Sunflower Oil, Natural Flavor, Cellulose Gum, Disodium Phosphate, Yeast Extract, Citric Acid, Gum Arabic, Vinegar, Corn Syrup*, Molasses, Cheese Culture, Lactic Acid, Caramel Color, Sugar, Tamarind, Enzymes); Vegetable Blend (carrots*, Peas*, Sugar)
🔬 Ingredient Analysis
Artificial Preservatives: Sorbic Acid, Sodium Bisulfite
Artificial Colours: Caramel Color
Emulsifiers / Stabilisers: Mono- And Diglycerides, Diglycerides, Cellulose Gum, Gum Arabic, Modified Food Starch, Sodium Alginate
Flavour Enhancers: Yeast Extract, Autolyzed Yeast, Autolyzed Yeast Extract
Fortification / Enrichment Agents: Tricalcium Phosphate
Detected additives are based on the ingredient list in the USDA Food Central Database. Always read the full product label as formulations can change. Presence of these ingredients does not necessarily indicate a health risk — consult a healthcare professional for personalised dietary advice. Fortification agents are synthetic vitamins or minerals added to restore nutrients lost during processing or to boost nutritional content. They are added for public health reasons and are widely considered safe.
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📊 % Daily Value
The following shows how one serving of Shepherd's Pie Creamy Cheese Sauce with Seasoned Potato Flakes, Premium Seasonings & Vegetables Cheesy Casseroles Dinner Kit contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 179.8 kcal | 9% |
| Total Fat | 7.0 g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 10.1 mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 790.2 mg | 34% ⚠️ |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% |
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 4.8 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 150.1 mg | 12% |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
🔥 Calorie Analysis
Shepherd's Pie Creamy Cheese Sauce with Seasoned Potato Flakes, Premium Seasonings & Vegetables Cheesy Casseroles Dinner Kit accounts for 9% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates make up 50.3% of the calories.
🏃 Exercise Burn Time
How long would it take to burn off the 179.8 calories in Shepherd's Pie Creamy Cheese Sauce with Seasoned Potato Flakes, Premium Seasonings & Vegetables Cheesy Casseroles Dinner Kit? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.
| Exercise | Minutes to Burn |
|---|---|
| Running: 10 minutes per mile | 13.6 min |
| Walking: 17 minutes per mile | 31.0 min |
| Cycling (Low Intensity) | 19.7 min |
| HIIT | 16.7 min |
| Boxing | 18.5 min |
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💬 Nutrition Q&A: Shepherd's Pie Creamy Cheese Sauce with Seasoned Potato Flakes, Premium Seasonings & Vegetables Cheesy Casseroles Dinner Kit
Is Shepherd's Pie Creamy Cheese Sauce with Seasoned Potato Flakes, Premium Seasonings & Vegetables Cheesy Casseroles Dinner Kit good for weight loss?
At under 180 calories per serving with 6g of protein and 3g of fiber, this could work in a calorie-controlled diet, though the relatively high carbs and sugar content means portions matter. You'd want to pair it with lean meat and additional vegetables to make it more filling and balanced.
Is Shepherd's Pie Creamy Cheese Sauce with Seasoned Potato Flakes, Premium Seasonings & Vegetables Cheesy Casseroles Dinner Kit heart-healthy?
With only 1.5g saturated fat and 10mg cholesterol per serving, the fat profile is reasonably heart-friendly, but the high sodium is a concern for blood pressure management. The minimal fiber also means this won't contribute much to heart-healthy cholesterol reduction.
How does Shepherd's Pie Creamy Cheese Sauce with Seasoned Potato Flakes, Premium Seasonings & Vegetables Cheesy Casseroles Dinner Kit fit a low-sodium diet?
This product isn't suitable for a low-sodium diet given its 790mg sodium content per 2-ounce serving. You'd exceed sodium targets quickly, especially if this is part of a complete meal.
Is Shepherd's Pie Creamy Cheese Sauce with Seasoned Potato Flakes, Premium Seasonings & Vegetables Cheesy Casseroles Dinner Kit suitable for people with lactose intolerance?
This is not suitable for lactose intolerance. The cheese sauce, milk protein concentrate, whey, buttermilk, and lactose listed in the seasoning blend all contain dairy, making this product problematic for anyone avoiding lactose.
What should I watch out for with Shepherd's Pie Creamy Cheese Sauce with Seasoned Potato Flakes, Premium Seasonings & Vegetables Cheesy Casseroles Dinner Kit?
The sodium content at 790mg per serving is substantial—nearly a third of the daily limit—so this isn't ideal if you're monitoring salt intake. The cheese sauce and seasoning blend contain several processed ingredients including partially hydrogenated oil, and the product includes milk and whey throughout, which matters if you have dairy sensitivities.
Nutrition Q&A answers are based on USDA nutritional data and are for general informational purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice.
