
Hood Cottage Cheese with Chive
What You Should Know
Hood Cottage Cheese with Chive (5.3 oz) is a single-serve, small-curd cottage cheese that you’ll commonly find in the refrigerated dairy aisle near other cottage cheeses, tub yogurts, dips, and cream cheeses. Shoppers often grab it from grab-and-go coolers alongside prepackaged fruit cups and protein snacks. It suits quick breakfasts, post-workout snacks, lunchbox add-ons, or light dinner sides — easy for meal-prep Sundays, weekend brunch plates, or a protein-rich snack between errands. Hood positions this product as an everyday, value-oriented dairy offering: a legacy New England dairy brand appealing to families and practical shoppers who want familiar, labeled guarantees like “Grade A” and a satisfaction promise. The label leans on wholesome cues — “cultured,” milk/cream, and a 17 g protein callout — rather than organic or non-GMO badges; it contains no organic certification and includes “natural flavor,” which may give a mild health halo without being an explicit health food. Processing context: the product is made from pasteurized milk with added whey protein concentrate, stabilizing gums, and a preservative to maintain texture and shelf life. Sensory notes: expect a cool, slightly tangy dairy flavor with soft, moist small curds and flecks of chive and onion; texture is creamy yet slightly grainy. Packaged in a foil-sealed plastic cup, the ritual is simple — peel, spoon, and eat straight or mix into salads, bagels, or baked potatoes. Its convenience and protein density make it a staple for time-pressed consumers seeking a familiar, savory snack.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Cultured, Pasteurized, Skim, Milk,, Milk, and, Cream,, Whey, Protein, Concentrate,, Whey,, Salt,, Natural, Flavor,, Onion, and, Chive,, Xanthan, Gum,, Locust, Bean, Gum,, Guar, Gum,, Lactic, Acid,, Sorbic, Acid, and, Carbon, Dioxide, (to, Maintain, Freshness),, Enzymes..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Sorbic Acid - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains industrial ingredients and additives (whey protein concentrate, multiple gums, natural flavor, sorbic acid) and is formulated for shelf texture and preservation, fitting the NOVA ultra-processed category.
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Common Questions about Hood Cottage Cheese with Chive
That depends on your definition of healthy! With 17 grams of protein per serving, it's a great option for anyone looking to up their protein intake, especially if you're into fitness or just need a satisfying snack. Just keep in mind the sodium content is a bit on the higher side at 580mg, so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.
