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Sargento® Reserve Series™ Natural Aged Gouda Sliced Cheese, 8 Slices, 5 oz
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Sargento® Reserve Series™ Natural Aged Gouda Sliced Cheese, 8 Slices, 5 oz

SARGENTO
5 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
4g
Protein
100mg
Sodium
9
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Sargento Reserve Series Natural Aged Gouda sliced cheese arrives in the refrigerated dairy case, typically in the specialty sliced cheese or deli cheese section near other premium sliced cheeses, charcuterie items, and gourmet crackers. The packaging is designed for convenience — a small, resealable pouch or stacked slices in a clear plastic tray — making it easy to grab for a quick sandwich or an impromptu cheese plate. Aged for several months, this Gouda carries a savory, buttery, slightly nutty flavor with a firm but creamy texture that melts smoothly on grilled cheese or breakfast sandwiches. Routines around this product are everyday gourmet: morning commuters slide a slice into an English muffin, hosts add it to a curated cheese board for guests, and parents pop slices into lunchboxes for a reliable, familiar hit of dairy. Brand positioning leans on artisanal and premium cues — Reserve Series and natural aged language evoke small-batch craftsmanship and a slightly upscale audience that values real ingredients without industrial gimmicks. Labels highlight health halos such as natural, 100% real cheese and announce pasteurized milk and cultures; there is no organic certification and the packaging avoids child-oriented graphics, signaling adult-targeted, gourmet convenience rather than kid marketing. In plain processing terms, this is a traditionally made, processed cheese product: milk is pasteurized, cultured, salted, and set with enzymes, then aged. Sensory cues — glossy golden hue from annatto, dense yet yielding slices, and a rich, lingering finish — make it feel indulgent but straightforward in everyday American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 8
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat3.5g18%
Cholesterol10mg3%
Sodium100mg4%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Protein4g
* 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

Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Culture,, Salt,, Enzymes,, Annatto, (Vegetable, Color).

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Annatto - Artificial coloring
No Additive

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 is a processed (NOVA 3) cheese made from pasteurized milk, cultures, salt, and enzymes and aged, with no industrial additives typical of ultraprocessed foods. Ingredients are minimal and traditional, so it is not classified as ultraprocessed.

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Common Questions about Sargento® Reserve Series™ Natural Aged Gouda Sliced Cheese, 8 Slices, 5 oz

The Sargento Reserve Series Aged Gouda is a tasty treat that can fit into a balanced diet. With 70 calories and 4 grams of protein per slice, it's a decent source of calcium, but remember, 'healthy' is relative! If you're watching your saturated fat intake, you might want to enjoy this cheese in moderation.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
back-to-school

Vibe:

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