Is Trader Joe's Reduced Guilt Mac & Cheese Lactose Free?

No. This product is not lactose free as it lists 3 ingredients that contain lactose and 2 ingredients contain lactose depending on the source.

Why it's not lactose free

  • milk & wheat
  • pasteurized cows milk
  • nonfat milk
  • cheese cultures
  • cheddar cheese

milk & wheat

Dietitian note

Cow's milk, regardless of fat content, contains lactose - unless the packaging states that it is lactose free or you see "lactase enzyme" listed as another ingredient.

Note by Vanessa Vargas, RDN, LDN

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Description

Rich, savory flavor and creamy, velvety texture characterize this comfort staple, offering a tender bite and smooth sauce. Commonly served as a quick weeknight main or side, reviewers praise convenience and family appeal, noting consistent taste and easy reheating; some report an overly processed or artificial flavor in certain brands.

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Ingredients

Cooked Elbow Macaroni (water, Enriched Semolina [durum Wheat Semolina, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid]), Nonfat Milk, Cheddar Cheese (pasteurized Cow’s Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes, Annatto [color]), Enriched Flour (wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Salt, Modified Rice Starch, Pepper. Contains: Milk & Wheat

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About this product

Pasta · Frozen

Flavor
SavoryRich
Texture
Creamy
Commonly used for
Meal PrepSide DishLunch