Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- DoubtfulFlavourings
The word "flavouring" does not say what a flavour is made from or dissolved in. Most are plant-based or synthetic, but some are carried in alcohol or glycerol of unstated source, and a few contain animal ingredients. Doubtful unless the pack says plant-based or alcohol-free, or shows a halal logo.
- DoubtfulEmulsifier (source not stated)
The word "emulsifier" does not say which one is used. Several emulsifiers, including E471, are made from glycerol and fatty acids that can come from plants or animal fat, and the pack rarely says which. Doubtful unless the pack names a plant source, or shows a vegetarian, vegan or halal label.
- DoubtfulCheese
Depends on the rennet. Many UK supermarket cheddars use microbial rennet and are labelled vegetarian; Parmesan and Grana Padano always use animal rennet.
Full ingredient list
Pasta Tubes (81%) (Durum Wheat Semolina, Wheat Flour), Cheese Powder (6%) (Milk), Modified Maize Starch, Dried Glucose Syrup, Dried Broccoli (1.5%), Flavourings (contain Barley, Milk), Salt, Onion Powder (0.5%). Emulsifier (Pentasodium Triphosphate), Cream Powder (Milk), Roasted Garlic Powder, Ground Turmeric, Black Pepper Extract, Spinach Powder.
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is pasta tube and the list has 13 named ingredients. The product data carries these labels: vegetarian. 3 of the named ingredients need a closer look:
- flavourings (doubtful): The word "flavouring" does not say what a flavour is made from or dissolved in. Most are plant-based or synthetic, but some are carried in alcohol or glycerol of unstated source, and a few contain animal ingredients. Doubtful unless the pack says plant-based or alcohol-free, or shows a halal logo. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the flavourings.
- emulsifier (source not stated) (doubtful): The word "emulsifier" does not say which one is used. Several emulsifiers, including E471, are made from glycerol and fatty acids that can come from plants or animal fat, and the pack rarely says which. Doubtful unless the pack names a plant source, or shows a vegetarian, vegan or halal label. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the emulsifier (source not stated).
- cheese (doubtful): Depends on the rennet. Many UK supermarket cheddars use microbial rennet and are labelled vegetarian; Parmesan and Grana Padano always use animal rennet. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the cheese.
Batchelors Pasta 'N' Sauce Cheese & Broccoli: pack details
| Pack size | 99g |
|---|---|
| Sold in | United Kingdom |
| Contains (allergens) | gluten, milk |
| May contain | celery, eggs, soybeans |
| Additives | E451 |
| Nutri-Score | B |
| NOVA group | 4 (an ultra-processed food) |
From the Open Food Facts record for this barcode. NOVA is a food-processing scale from 1 to 4 based on the ingredient list, and Nutri-Score runs from A (better) to E. Neither says anything about halal status.
What we found about Batchelors and halal
Retailer listings mark Batchelors Super Noodles flavours such as Chicken and Bacon as suitable for vegetarians, so the meat in the flavour name is a flavouring. That helps with the question of meat, but it is not a halal certificate.
Sources: Ocado: Batchelors Super Noodles Bacon Flavour; Tesco: Batchelors Super Noodles Chicken 90g. More on Batchelors
Is Batchelors Pasta 'N' Sauce Cheese & Broccoli vegetarian or vegan?
Batchelors Pasta 'N' Sauce Cheese & Broccoli is labelled vegetarian, but contains milk or egg, so it is not vegan.
More on this type of food: Pasta & filled pasta: what to check · all Batchelors products checked
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Frequently asked questions
Does Batchelors Pasta 'N' Sauce Cheese & Broccoli contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Batchelors Pasta 'N' Sauce Cheese & Broccoli contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Batchelors Pasta 'N' Sauce Cheese & Broccoli contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is Batchelors Pasta 'N' Sauce Cheese & Broccoli halal-certified?
We found no halal label for Batchelors Pasta 'N' Sauce Cheese & Broccoli. See the ingredient check above for what needs attention.
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Ingredient data from Open Food Facts (ODbL), retrieved 2026-10-15. Product photos by Open Food Facts contributors, licensed CC BY-SA 3.0. Recipes change — always check the pack. This is an ingredient check, not a halal certification.