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Boar's Head Gruyere All Natural Cheese 8 oz
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Boar's Head Gruyere All Natural Cheese 8 oz

Boar's Head
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
8g
Protein
230mg
Sodium
7
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Boar's Head Gruyere All Natural Cheese (8 oz) reads like a small, artisanal find in the refrigerated specialty cheese case. You'd spot it near other alpine-style and aged cheeses, alongside charcuterie, specialty butters, and near the deli counter or the wine-and-cracker display. Packaged as an 8-ounce wedge or block in vacuum-sealed plastic with branded labeling, the product leans into traditional imagery—copper-vat production, Alpine aging, and milk from small Wisconsin family farms. It fits into a range of shopping trips: a planned weekend brunch for melted sandwiches and quiches, a game-day spread with fondue or a cheese board, or a holiday cooking list where a nutty melting cheese is needed. Boar's Head positions this as a premium, trustworthy deli brand: familiar to shoppers who value quality ingredients, honest sourcing claims, and tasteful packaging rather than flashy kid-oriented graphics. Label characteristics emphasize “All Natural,” farm-sourced milk, and traditional production methods; there is no organic certification or overt health halo beyond the natural language and simple ingredient list. In straightforward processing terms, this is an aged, cultured cheese made from pasteurized milk, salt, starter cultures, and enzymes—processed from milk but without industrial additives. Sensory notes: firm yet supple texture, earthy and aromatic with a lush, slightly nutty (cashew) finish; it melts gracefully for gratins and sandwiches and slices cleanly for platters. Rituals around it are convivial—slicing for shared boards, grating over pasta, or warming into fondue—part of the everyday upscale grocery ritual in American kitchens.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 oz
Servings per Container: 8
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol35mg12%
Sodium230mg10%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein8g
* 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

Ingredients:, Pasteurized, Milk,, Salt,, Cheese, Cultures,, Enzymes.

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a processed food (NOVA 3): an aged cheese made from pasteurized milk, salt, cultures, and enzymes—fermented and salted but without industrial additives typical of ultra-processed products.

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Common Questions about Boar's Head Gruyere All Natural Cheese 8 oz

The Gruyere cheese is packed with protein—8 grams per ounce, which is pretty impressive! It's also low in carbs and has no added sugars, making it a solid choice for those looking for a satisfying snack. However, like all cheeses, it’s higher in fat and sodium, so moderation is key, especially if you're watching your intake.

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