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Sargento® Ultra Thin® Natural Sharp Cheddar Sliced Cheese, 18 Slices, 6.4 oz
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Sargento® Ultra Thin® Natural Sharp Cheddar Sliced Cheese, 18 Slices, 6.4 oz

SARGENTO
6.84 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
8g
Protein
220mg
Sodium
9
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Sargento® Ultra Thin® Natural Sharp Cheddar slices are a familiar sight in the dairy aisle’s specialty cheese section, usually stacked near other pre-sliced cheeses, lunch meats, butter and packaged deli items. The slim, resealable plastic package, often promoted for convenience, positions this cheddar as an everyday, sandwich-ready staple for busy households. Shoppers toss it in carts during weekly grocery runs, back-to-school shopping, or when grabbing ingredients for quick weeknight dinners and game-day spreads. The brand leans into a straightforward, all-American image — reliable, family-friendly, and slightly premium compared with store-brand slices — appealing to parents, sandwich-lovers, and home cooks who want flavor without fuss. Labels highlight words like “Natural” and “Sharp,” creating a health and quality halo, but there’s no organic seal; the design emphasizes convenience and taste more than wellness credentials. In plain processing terms this is pasteurized, cultured cheese that’s been sliced and packaged for ease of use. Sensory notes: each wafer-thin slice carries a bright, tangy cheddar bite with a smooth, slightly creamy mouthfeel that melts quickly on a burger or grilled sandwich; annatto lends a warm orange hue. The ritual is simple — peel, layer, melt — whether stacking on a kid’s school lunch, topping a backyard burger, or assembling a nostalgic grilled cheese in a hurry. Its thin format makes it feel lighter while still delivering a recognizably sharp cheddar profile in a compact, fridge-ready package.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3
Servings per Container: 6
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat11g14%
Saturated Fat7g35%
Cholesterol35mg12%
Sodium220mg10%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein8g
* 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?

Made from pasteurized milk, cultures, salt, enzymes and annatto and sold as pre-sliced, packaged cheese, it is a processed food derived from whole ingredients rather than an ultra-processed formulation with additives or emulsifiers. The slicing and packaging push it into NOVA group 3 (processed foods).

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Common Questions about Sargento® Ultra Thin® Natural Sharp Cheddar Sliced Cheese, 18 Slices, 6.4 oz

The Ultra Thin Sharp Cheddar can be considered a decent option, especially if you're looking for a quick source of protein and calcium. With 8 grams of protein and 230 mg of calcium per serving, it's a nice addition to a balanced diet. Just keep in mind that it does have some saturated fat and sodium, so moderation is key!

Perfect For

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

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