Is Gratin Dauphinois Au Jambon Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Monique Ranou
This page reviews Gratin Dauphinois Au Jambon by Monique Ranou as a ready meal. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like cooked ham and cream, which raise quality concerns. The presence of glucose syrup and various additives indicates a moderately processed product.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like cooked ham and cream, which raise quality concerns. The presence of glucose syrup and various additives indicates a moderately processed product.
Main concern
Contains glucose syrup, a processed ingredient that raises concerns about added sugars.
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 potatoes (47%), providing a natural base and essential nutrients.
- Includes cooked ham (15%), adding protein and flavor to the dish.
- Features a blend of spices like paprika and turmeric, enhancing taste without artificial additives.
Concerns
- Contains glucose syrup, a processed ingredient that raises concerns about added sugars.
- Includes several processed components like cream and cheese, which may indicate lower quality.
- Presence of flour and breadcrumbs may pose gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.
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 ready meal and why it matters.
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Is Potatoes safe in this ready meal?
Good
Potatoes is used here as base. Potatoes serve as the primary ingredient, providing a natural source of carbohydrates and essential nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pommes de terre
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Is Water safe in this ready meal?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is used as a solvent in the preparation, essential for cooking and texture.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: eau
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Is Cooked Ham safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Cooked Ham is used here as flavor. Cooked ham adds flavor and protein but is processed, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jambon cuit choix
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Is Cream safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream contributes to the dish's richness and texture but is a processed dairy product.
Role in formula: base
Original: crème fraîche légère
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Is Milk Powder safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Milk Powder is used here as base. Milk powder is used for creaminess but is a processed ingredient, which may affect quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: poudre de lait
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as thickener. Wheat flour acts as a thickener but raises gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: farine de blé
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Is Mozzarella safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Mozzarella is used here as base. Mozzarella adds flavor and texture but is a processed cheese product.
Role in formula: base
Original: mozzarella
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Is Breadcrumbs safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Breadcrumbs is used here as thickener. Breadcrumbs provide texture but are made from processed wheat, raising gluten concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: chapelure
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Is Emmental safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Emmental is used here as base. Emmental cheese adds flavor but is a processed dairy product, which may affect quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: emmental
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Is Potato Starch safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used for thickening but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: fécule de pommes de terre
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Is Paprika safe in this ready meal?
Good
Paprika is used here as flavor. Paprika is a natural spice that enhances flavor without artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: épice paprika
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Is Turmeric safe in this ready meal?
Good
Turmeric is used here as flavor. Turmeric is a natural spice that adds color and flavor, contributing positively to the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: épice curcuma
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Is Malt Extract safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Malt extract adds flavor but is a processed ingredient, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrait de malt
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Is Vegetable Broth safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Vegetable Broth is used here as flavor. Vegetable broth adds flavor but may contain additives that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: bouillon de légumes
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Is Cornstarch safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Cornstarch is used here as thickener. Cornstarch is used as a thickener but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon de maïs
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Is Garlic safe in this ready meal?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds natural flavor and has culinary benefits, enhancing the dish's taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ail
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Is Salt safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but excessive consumption raises health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Pepper safe in this ready meal?
Good
Pepper is used here as flavor. Pepper adds natural flavor and enhances the overall taste of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: poivre
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Is Nutmeg safe in this ready meal?
Good
Nutmeg is used here as flavor. Nutmeg is a natural spice that enhances flavor without artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: muscade
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: 3628274
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Allergens detected: gluten , milk
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