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Borden Sharp Cheddar Shredded Cheese 8 oz
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Borden Sharp Cheddar Shredded Cheese 8 oz

Borden
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
6g
Protein
180mg
Sodium
19
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Borden Sharp Cheddar Shredded Cheese 8 oz is a familiar sight in the refrigerated cheese aisle, typically stacked near other pre-shredded cheeses, blocks of cheddar, and the deli counter. Packaged in a resealable plastic pouch, it reads as an every‑day convenience item for shoppers grabbing ingredients for weeknight dinners or last-minute entertaining. The brand carries a heritage, family-oriented feel—Borden evokes classic American dairy history and targets mainstream households seeking recognizable, reliable products at moderate price points. Labeling emphasizes “shredded” and the recognizable cheese variety; there are no organic seals and any “natural” cues come from simple ingredient names like cultured pasteurized milk, though small additives are listed (anticaking starches, natamycin). In plain terms this is a processed cheese product: real cheddar prepared and packaged with minor additives to preserve freshness and prevent clumping. Sensory-wise, it offers the familiar firm-but-flexible shred that melts readily — ideal for sprinkling, covering casseroles, topping tacos, or folding into mac and cheese; the sharp cheddar flavor is tangy and assertive without being fancy. The ritual around it is quick and utilitarian: open the bag, shake a handful over a dish, zip it closed and tuck it back into the fridge. You’ll find it on grocery lists for busy families, cook-at-home weeknights, and casual gatherings where convenience and predictable meltability matter more than artisanal provenance. It sits culturally as a reliable kitchen staple rather than a gourmet choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.25 cup
Servings per Container: 8
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
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

Cheddar, Cheese, (Cultured, Pasteurized, Milk,, Salt,, Enzymes,, Annatto, [Color]),, Anticaking, Agent, (Potato, Starch,, Tapioca, Starch),, Natamycin, (Natural, Mold, Inhibitor)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Natamycin - Synthetic preservative
  • Annatto - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

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 product is mainly real cheddar cheese with added anticaking starches and a mold inhibitor, so it fits the 'processed' NOVA category rather than highly ultraprocessed formulations containing many industrial additives.

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Common Questions about Borden Sharp Cheddar Shredded Cheese 8 oz

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! It’s a good source of protein and calcium, making it a solid choice for adding flavor and nutrition to meals. Just keep in mind that it’s not organic, and it does contain some preservatives, so if you’re aiming for a whole-food diet, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

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