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Alouette Parmesan Basil Cheese Spread
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Alouette Parmesan Basil Cheese Spread

Alouette
6.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
135mg
Sodium
33
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Alouette Parmesan Basil Cheese Spread is a small, 6.5 oz refrigerated tub you’re likely to find in the dairy or specialty cheese aisle, shelved alongside other spreadable cheeses, cream cheeses, herbed chèvres, and near dips and hummus. It reads like a party-friendly convenience item: creamy spread made from cultured milk and cream folded with grated Parmesan and visible green flecks of basil. The brand leans into a European-inspired, artisanal image—positioning this as an elevated, entertaining-friendly option for adults who want a quick, flavorful addition to crackers, crostini, bagels, or warm bread. You’ll see marketing cues that appeal to home entertainers and busy shoppers: “natural flavor,” ingredient callouts like Parmesan and basil, and clean white-and-green label graphics that imply freshness and simplicity; there is no organic certification. In plain terms, this product is a formulated spread produced by blending cheeses with oils, stabilizers, and preservatives to keep texture and shelf life consistent. Sensory notes: smooth, spreadable, slightly dense and creamy with a salty, nutty Parmesan tang and a fresh herbal lift from basil; a slight oiliness from added canola and olive oil; tub packaging invites a ritual of spooning and spreading straight from the container. Typical uses include quick appetizers for game-day or weekend brunch, topping for warm bread or savory crackers, and an easy snack for movie nights. It’s framed as a convenient, slightly indulgent pantry-to-table shortcut for casual entertaining and weekday treats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 tbsp
Servings per Container: 6
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat10g13%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol30mg10%
Sodium135mg6%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars1g
Protein2g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Pasteurized, Cultured, Milk, and, Cream,, Parmesan, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Cultured, Milk,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Natural, Flavor,, Basil,, Salt,, Canola, Oil,, Olive, Oil,, Citric, Acid,, Spices,, Guar, Gum,, Sorbic, Acid, (to, Maintain, Freshness),, Carob, Bean, Gum..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sorbic Acid - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This spread contains emulsifiers/thickeners (guar gum, carob bean gum), a preservative (sorbic acid), added oils and 'natural flavor', indicating industrial formulation and processing consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Alouette Parmesan Basil Cheese Spread

Healthiness can be a bit subjective, right? If you’re looking for a creamy spread with a flavorful punch, this one fits the bill. At 100 calories per serving and low in sugar, it can be a tasty addition to your cheese board or sandwich. Just keep in mind that it’s not high in protein or fiber, so balance it out with other nutrient-dense foods.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
weekend-brunch
movie-night

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