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Kraft Finely Shredded Mexican Cheddar Jack
Dairy
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Kraft Finely Shredded Mexican Cheddar Jack

Kraft
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
6g
Protein
180mg
Sodium
30
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Kraft Finely Shredded Mexican Cheddar Jack is the familiar, convenience-focused shredded cheese you spot in the refrigerated dairy aisle, tucked beside other shredded blends, block cheeses, and taco-night staples like salsa and tortillas. Packaged in an 8-oz resealable bag, it reads as a family-friendly, pantry-to-plate solution marketed by a legacy American brand: Kraft positions it as an easy way to bring home comfort flavors for busy households. The label leans on “natural” cues (made with milk from cows raised without added rBST) rather than organic certification, and its kid- and family-oriented copy emphasizes quick meals rather than artisanal provenance. On first glimpse the bag promises convenience and familiarity; the ingredient list reveals cheddar and Monterey Jack as the primary foods, plus modified cornstarch to prevent caking and natamycin as a mold inhibitor. In plain processing terms it’s a pre-shredded, lightly formulated cheese product designed for shelf stability and melt performance. Sensory impressions: fine, uniform shreds that melt quickly into a creamy, mildly tangy, slightly salty blanket of cheese; color ranges from pale ivory to a warm orange note where annatto is used for color. Rituals around this product are casual and communal — sprinkling over tacos, folding into quesadillas, topping salads or nachos, or tipping a handful into a midweek casserole. It reads as practical and comforting — an everyhousehold item that makes weeknight cooking faster and keeps the focus on family meals rather than grocery prep.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.25 cup
Servings per Container: 8
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
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, (PASTEURIZED, MILK,, CHEESE, CULTURE,, SALT,, ENZYMES,, ANNATTO, [COLOR]),, MONTEREY, JACK, CHEESE, (PASTEURIZED, MILK,, CHEESE, CULTURE,, SALT,, ENZYMES),, MODIFIED, CORNSTARCH, (ADDED, TO, PREVENT, CAKING),, NATAMYCIN, (A, 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:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Although the base ingredients are natural cheeses, the product is industrially pre-shredded and contains modified cornstarch (anti-caking) and natamycin (mold inhibitor) along with resealable packaging—characteristics typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about Kraft Finely Shredded Mexican Cheddar Jack

The healthiness of Kraft Finely Shredded Mexican Cheddar Jack really depends on your dietary needs and goals. With 100 calories and 6g of protein per serving, it can be a tasty addition to a balanced meal. Just keep in mind that it's not organic and contains some preservatives, so if you're aiming for a strictly whole-foods diet, it might not fit the bill.

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