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Hamburger Helper Cheese Products
Case Name (Date)
Daniels et al. v. Eagle Family Foods Group LLC
25-cv-616, E.D. Cal.
(Feb. 2025)
Product/Service
Hamburger Helper, including Cheeseburger Macaroni, Double Cheeseburger Macaroni, Bacon Cheeseburger, Cheesy Beef Pasta, Cheesy Ranch Burger, Cheddar Cheese Melt, Three Cheese, Cheesy Italian Shells, Tuna Cheesy Pasta, and Four Cheese Lasagna
Allegations
Misleadingly marketing products as “Made with Real Cheese” when cheese makes up two percent or less of the product
Status
Pending
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