Is Alfredo Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Carbone
This page reviews Alfredo by Carbone as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Disodium Phosphate, Modified Corn Starch.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several cheeses and cream, which contribute positively, but also contains disodium phosphate and modified corn starch, raising quality concerns.
Main concern
Disodium phosphate is a synthetic additive used as an emulsifier, raising concerns about processed ingredients.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains Parmesan and Romano cheeses, which provide rich flavor and quality dairy components.
- Light cream and butter contribute to a creamy texture, enhancing the overall mouthfeel of the sauce.
Concerns
- Disodium phosphate is a synthetic additive used as an emulsifier, raising concerns about processed ingredients.
- Modified corn starch is a thickening agent that may indicate a level of processing that detracts from overall quality.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this sauce condiment and why it matters.
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Is Light Cream safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Light Cream is used here as base. Light cream is a dairy product that adds richness and creaminess to the sauce, enhancing its texture and flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: Light Cream (Cream, Milk)
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent in the sauce, helping to achieve the desired consistency without adding calories.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Butter safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Butter is used here as base. Butter adds a rich flavor and creamy texture, contributing to the overall mouthfeel of the sauce.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butter (Cream, Natural Flavorings)
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Is Parmesan Cheese safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Parmesan Cheese is used here as flavor. Parmesan cheese provides a strong, savory flavor and is a key ingredient in traditional Alfredo sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Parmesan Cheese (Pasteurized Part-Skim Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes)
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Is Romano Cheese safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Romano Cheese is used here as flavor. Romano cheese adds a sharp, tangy flavor that complements the creaminess of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Romano Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes)
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Is Salted Egg Yolk safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salted Egg Yolk is used here as flavor. Salted egg yolk enhances the umami flavor profile but may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salted Egg Yolk
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Is Black Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Black Pepper is used here as flavor. Black pepper adds a mild heat and depth of flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Contains less than 2% of Black Pepper
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Is Disodium Phosphate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Disodium Phosphate is used here as emulsifier. Disodium phosphate is a synthetic emulsifier that helps maintain texture but raises concerns about processed additives.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Disodium Phosphate
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic provides a robust flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Garlic
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used as a thickening agent, indicating a level of processing that may detract from quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Modified Corn Starch
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Is Parmigiano Reggiano safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Parmigiano Reggiano is used here as flavor. Parmigiano Reggiano adds a complex flavor and is a high-quality cheese that enhances the sauce's richness.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Parmigiano Reggiano (Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Rennet)
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Is Sea Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is often considered a more natural alternative to table salt.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sea Salt
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a natural thickening agent that helps stabilize the sauce but may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Xanthan Gum
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3467962
More from this brand: Carbone products in Zerotox
Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: milk , egg
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