
Polly-O Whole Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
What You Should Know
Polly-O Whole Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese is the familiar refrigerated pouch you’ll spot in the dairy aisle, sandwiched between other shredded cheeses and specialty Italian blocks like Parmigiano-Reggiano and provolone. Branded with a long heritage date and Italian cues, it’s marketed as a premium, natural cheese option for everyday American kitchens. You’ll see it on endcaps during pizza nights or tucked near shredded Parmesan and Mexican blends for easy grab-and-go topping choices. This 8 oz package appeals to cooks who want a quick, melt-ready cheese without slicing — families assembling weeknight pizzas, hosts topping casseroles, or brunch makers folding it into frittatas. The label leans on “natural cheese” and Italian tradition rather than organic or non-GMO certification; it’s not kid-branded with characters but its creamy taste and convenient format make it kid-friendly. Ingredient-wise it’s straightforward: low-moisture mozzarella made from pasteurized milk, culture, salt, enzymes and a touch of vinegar, with cellulose powder added to prevent caking — simple on the label but processed into a shredded form. Sensory experience is mild and milky: cold shreds are springy and slightly firm, while melted mozzarella becomes stretchy, glossy and creamy with a neutral milky aroma that complements sauces, baked pastas and pizzas. Packaging is a clear plastic pouch with a printed label, often resealable, encouraging repeated use. The ritual is casual — sprinkle, melt, fold — making Polly-O shredded mozzarella a go-to convenience product that bridges traditional Italian flavor cues and modern, busy American meal routines.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Low-Moisture, Mozzarella, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Culture,, Salt,, Enzymes,, Vinegar),, Cellulose, Powder, Added, to, Prevent, Caking..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
This is a processed cheese product made from milk, cultures and salt but altered into shredded form with cellulose as an anti-caking agent; those minimal additives and industrial processing place it in NOVA group 3 (processed foods).
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Common Questions about Polly-O Whole Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! Polly-O mozzarella is a good source of protein and calcium, with only 90 calories per serving. It fits nicely into many diets, but if you're looking for something organic or plant-based, this might not be your go-to.
