
Galbani Shredded Parmesan Cheese Shaker
What You Should Know
Galbani Shredded Parmesan Cheese Shaker is a familiar sight in the refrigerated cheese aisle, shelved beside other pre-shredded and grated cheeses like mozzarella, Asiago, and jarred grated Parmesan — sometimes near pasta sauces or refrigerated pizza toppings. The clear plastic shaker/flip-top cap package is designed for quick sprinkling, promising "freshly shredded" convenience and carrying marketing cues such as "No.1 in Italy" and an rBST-free milk statement that lean into authenticity and mild health halos without organic certification. You’d grab this bottle on a quick weeknight run to finish a bowl of spaghetti, on weekend brunch runs for frittatas and omelets, or during game-day prep when a fast garnish is needed for pizzas, garlic bread, salads, or baked pastas. The brand positioning skews toward mainstream, practical consumers who want an Italian-style finishing cheese with minimal fuss — families, busy cooks, and people seeking an indulgent topping without grating a block. The label emphasizes freshness and origin cues rather than kid-focused graphics or natural/organic seals. In plain terms, this is a processed, convenience cheese product: real Parmesan cheese is the base, but cellulose powder (anti-caking) and potassium sorbate (to protect flavor) are added to keep it shelf-stable and pourable. Sensory details include a dry, flaky shredded texture that blends into hot dishes, a nutty savory aroma, and a slightly powdery mouthfeel from anti-caking agents; the ritual is quick — shake over hot pasta, soup, or salad as a final savory flourish. It fits American grocery culture as an easy, time-saving finishing touch that trades a bit of artisanal ritual for convenience.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Parmesan, Cheese, (Cultured, Pasteurized, Milk,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Cellulose, Powder, Added, to, Prevent, Caking,, Potassium, Sorbate, to, Protect, Flavor..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Although based on real Parmesan cheese, the addition of industrial additives such as cellulose (anti-caking) and potassium sorbate (preservative) and the ready-to-use packaged format align this product with NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed foods.
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Common Questions about Galbani Shredded Parmesan Cheese Shaker
Well, it depends on what you mean by 'healthy'! This cheese packs a protein punch with 10g per serving, which is great for muscle repair and satiety. However, it's also a bit high in sodium (460mg), so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to sprinkle it sparingly.
