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Friendship Dairies Cottage Cheese, Low Fat, Small Curd, 1% Milkfat, Everyday Style 16 oz
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Friendship Dairies Cottage Cheese, Low Fat, Small Curd, 1% Milkfat, Everyday Style 16 oz

Friendship Dairies
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
90
Calories
16g
Protein
3g
Sugars
340mg
Sodium
16
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Friendship Dairies Cottage Cheese, Low Fat, Small Curd (1% milkfat) is the familiar 16-ounce tub you’ll find in the refrigerated dairy case, shelved alongside other fresh cheeses, tubs of yogurt, cream cheese, and refrigerated dips. It reads as an everyday, value-oriented option — an accessible staple for shoppers looking for a lower-fat, protein-rich ingredient rather than an indulgent specialty item. The label leans into simple, wholesome cues: "low fat," "everyday style," and ingredient transparency (cultured milk, salt, enzymes) rather than organic or artisanal claims. There is no child-focused branding or bold gourmet language; instead it occupies a pragmatic, family-friendly position. In American grocery culture it functions as both a breakfast workhorse and a utility product for quick meals — dolloped onto toast or fruit in the morning, stirred into salads and baked dishes, mixed with herbs as a dip, or used by home cooks to lighten recipes. Sensory notes: small, slightly lumpy curds suspended in a creamy, mildly tangy whey, with a clean lactic aroma and a restrained saltiness. Packaging is a resealable plastic tub that invites repeated scooping and fridge storage. Processing context: a cultured, fresh cheese made from milk with added salt, vitamin A for fortification, and small preservation aids; it is not an artisanal aged cheese nor a heavily formulated snack food. The brand projects reliability and everyday nutrition — the kind of product picked up on a weekly run for practical, health-minded meals rather than specialty occasions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 4
Calories90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol10mg3%
Sodium340mg15%
Total Carbohydrate4g1%
Total Sugars3g
Protein16g
* 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, Nonfat, Milk,, Milk,, Nonfat, Milk,, Salt,, Vitamin, A, Palmitate,, Carbon, Dioxide, (to, Preserve, Freshness),, 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 cottage cheese is a processed food produced by culturing and adding salt, fortification, and minor preservatives, but contains no industrial formulations or long lists of additives typical of ultra-processed products. It fits NOVA group 3 due to fermentation and minimal additives rather than ultra-processing.

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Common Questions about Friendship Dairies Cottage Cheese, Low Fat, Small Curd, 1% Milkfat, Everyday Style 16 oz

That depends on what 'healthy' means for you! With 16 grams of protein per serving and just 90 calories, it’s a great option for a high-protein snack or meal addition. Plus, it’s low in sugar and fat, making it a solid choice for those watching their intake, though it’s always good to balance it with other whole foods.

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