Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shreds, 8 OZ
What You Should Know
You'd spot this 8 oz bag in the refrigerated dairy aisle or tossed into a cart when you're grabbing ingredients for quick weeknight meals — think tacos, baked pasta, or an easy omelet. It reads as convenient and comforting: familiar sharp cheddar flavor packaged for speed and ease. The pre-shredding and anti-cake blend (potato starch, powdered cellulose) point to industrial processing to preserve texture and pourability, a sign of ultraprocessed formulation.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
CHEDDAR, CHEESE, (CULTURED, PASTEURIZED, MILK,, SALT,, MICROBIAL, ENZYMES,, ANNATTO, [COLOR]), ANTICAKE, BLEND, (POTATO, STARCH,, POWDERED, CELLULOSE)..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •ANNATTO - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Although based on real cheese, the product is pre-shredded and contains industrial additives (powdered cellulose, potato starch) to maintain texture and flow; these characteristics align with NOVA 4 (ultraprocessed) rather than minimally processed cheese.
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Common Questions about Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shreds, 8 OZ
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? These shreds pack a solid protein punch with 7 grams per ounce and are low in sugar, making them a decent option for a cheesy snack or ingredient. Just remember, it's all about balance — pairing them with veggies or whole grains can elevate your meal even more!