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Boar's Head Pepper Jack Cheese, pre-sliced
Deli
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Boar's Head Pepper Jack Cheese, pre-sliced

Boar's Head
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
6g
Protein
180mg
Sodium
8
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Boar's Head Pepper Jack Cheese, pre-sliced, is a familiar sight in the refrigerated cheese and deli aisle — usually displayed near other premium sliced cheeses, specialty deli meats and spreadable cheeses. Packaged with thin interleaf papers between slices and branded with Boar's Head's signature crest, it reads like a small, convenient staple for shoppers who want a bit of spice without sacrificing quality. On a typical grocery run it's grabbed for weekend brunch sandwiches, quick lunchbox upgrades, game-day platters, or movie-night snacking. The brand positions itself as a trusted deli-style option: slightly upscale, reliably crafted, and aimed at shoppers who value real ingredients and taste over novelty. The front label leans on simple cues — "Real." printed nearby, clean typography and no kid-targeted characters — conveying a tasteful, no-fuss, slightly artisanal aura rather than health-halo claims or organic certification. Ingredients are straightforward (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, jalapeño peppers, salt, enzymes), which supports a perception of a natural, minimally embellished product. In plain processing terms, this is a made cheese product that has been pasteurized, cultured and mechanically sliced for convenience. Sensory notes: creamy, slightly elastic slices with a gentle heat and tang from flecks of jalapeño; melts smoothly on grilled sandwiches or burgers and adds a peppery bite to crackers. The pre-sliced ritual is swift — peel interleaf, layer on bread or a platter, reseal package — making it a practical go-to in American home entertaining and everyday cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2
Servings per Container: 8
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Protein6g
* 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, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Jalapeno, Peppers,, Salt,, 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 cheese product made from pasteurized milk with cultures, salt and enzymes and sold pre-sliced; ingredients are simple but the product has been transformed and packaged for convenience, fitting NOVA group 3.

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Common Questions about Boar's Head Pepper Jack Cheese, pre-sliced

The Pepper Jack Cheese can be a tasty addition to your diet, especially if you're looking for a boost of protein. With 6 grams of protein per serving and only 100 calories, it fits nicely into a balanced meal or snack. Just keep in mind that it’s higher in fat, so moderation is key!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
back-to-school

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