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Crystal Farms Sliced Cheddar Cheese
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Crystal Farms Sliced Cheddar Cheese

Crystal Farms
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
5g
Protein
130mg
Sodium
7
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Crystal Farms Sliced Cheddar Cheese is a classic refrigerated cheese product you'll find in the dairy aisle, typically on the mid- to lower-level refrigerated shelves near other sliced cheeses, lunch meats, butter and packaged deli items. The 7-ounce pack leans into farm-focused storytelling — “Farm and Family” messaging and Midwest sourcing — positioning it as a straightforward, family-friendly staple for everyday meals. It’s marketed to busy households and sandwich-makers who want a reliably bold cheddar without specialty pricing. The label emphasizes tradition and simplicity rather than organic or specialty claims; there’s no organic certification and the ingredient list is short (cultured pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes, annatto), which can create a “natural” or wholesome halo for shoppers. In plain processing terms it’s a pasteurized, aged cheddar that’s been sliced and packaged for convenience. Sensory cues: the cheese is a sharper cheddar (aged a minimum of 60 days) with a firm yet slightly creamy texture that melts smoothly on a burger and lays neatly on a sandwich. Packaging is typical resealable plastic or flow-wrapped slices in a branded carded tray, encouraging quick grab-and-go use for school lunches, midweek dinners, or snack plates. Rituals around the product include stacking slices on grilled cheese, topping burgers, or arranging them on an impromptu snack board with crackers and fruit. Overall it sits culturally as an accessible, familiar American cheddar—practical and comforting, grounded in farm imagery rather than artisanal or premium luxury.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 10
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat4g20%
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium130mg6%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Protein5g
* 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

Cultured, Pasteurized, Milk,, Salt,, Enzymes,, Annatto, (Color)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Annatto - Artificial coloring
No 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?

Made from pasteurized cultured milk, salt, enzymes and annatto with minimal additives, this is a processed cheese product (aged and industrially sliced/packaged) rather than an ultra-processed formulation.

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Common Questions about Crystal Farms Sliced Cheddar Cheese

The sliced cheddar cheese can be a tasty addition to your meals, but like many dairy products, it has its pros and cons. With 80 calories per slice and 5 grams of protein, it offers some nutritional value, but it's also high in saturated fat. Think of it as part of a balanced diet — moderation is key!

Perfect For

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

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