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Boar's Head Muenster Cheese, Slicing
Deli
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Boar's Head Muenster Cheese, Slicing

Unknown
lb
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
10
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Boar's Head Muenster Cheese, sold by the pound, reads like a familiar staple in the refrigerated cheese and deli aisle. You'd spot it in the specialty cheese case or pre-sliced section near other sandwich cheeses and high-quality lunch meats, often stacked with Havarti, Monterey Jack and provolone. It suits a wide range of shopping trips — from a quick weeknight sandwich run to a leisurely weekend market visit when shoppers pick up picnic or brunch ingredients. The product is positioned as a traditional, craft-minded option: copy emphasizes “handcrafted,” Master Cheesemakers and a Wisconsin origin, signaling artisanal credibility to shoppers who value provenance and classic American cheese-making. Packaging cues and label language create a gentle natural halo — callouts like “pasteurized milk,” simple culture/enzymes listing, and an edible annatto-colored rind suggest minimal ingredients; there is no organic certification and no child-focused gimmicks, making it appeal to adults seeking reliable, familiar quality rather than novelty. In plain processing terms, this is a conventionally made, pasteurized, aged cheese with few additives. Sensory notes: the paste yields a smooth, springy texture and a mellow, slightly sweet milkiness; an orange-tinged rind from annatto and uniform slices make it ideal for melting, sandwiches, and cheese boards. Typical rituals include slicing for grilled cheese, stacking on deli sandwiches, or cubing for party trays. Packaged in deli-wrapped or vacuum-sealed formats, it reads as a practical, approachable cheese that nods to tradition more than to industrial innovation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* 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

Ingredients:, Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, 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 with no industrial additives or emulsifiers, this is a processed (not ultra-processed) natural cheese produced by conventional dairy methods.

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Common Questions about Boar's Head Muenster Cheese, Slicing

Ah, the age-old question of health! Muenster cheese can definitely fit into a balanced diet, especially if you're a cheese lover. It’s a source of calcium and protein, but like any cheese, it’s best enjoyed in moderation, particularly if you're watching your saturated fat intake.

Perfect For

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game-day-prep
back-to-school

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