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Boar's Head Smoked Gouda Cheese, Sliced
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Boar's Head Smoked Gouda Cheese, Sliced

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0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
21
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Boar's Head Smoked Gouda Cheese, sliced, is the kind of deli staple you find near the back of the supermarket in the refrigerated cheese and deli case, often shelved alongside other smoked and specialty cheeses, sliced cheddars, and ready-to-serve charcuterie items. It reads as a premium, slightly upscale offering — familiar to shoppers who browse deli counters and specialty cheese displays looking for something a bit richer than basic supermarket slices. It suits a range of occasions: quick sandwich upgrades, weekend brunch boards, or pulled-out-for-game-day snacking. The brand positioning leans toward traditional deli craftsmanship and slightly indulgent everyday luxury; Boar's Head evokes an older, trusted deli identity aimed at adults who value taste, convenience, and recognizable deli heritage rather than novelty packaging or kid-focused branding. Labeling typically leans on 'natural smoke' and simple ingredient callouts (milk, cultures, salt) to create a health-halo effect, though there is no organic certification and no child-oriented graphics. Processing context: this is a processed cheese product with added water, emulsifiers and a preservative, reflecting more industrial handling than an artisan wedge. Sensory details: thin, semi-soft slices with a creamy, buttery mouthfeel, gentle hickory/wood smoke on the nose, and a slightly tangy cheddar undertone; packaged in clear plastic slices or vacuum-sealed trays for easy layering. Rituals: pulled from the fridge to layer onto sandwiches, melt on burgers, cube for a simple cheese plate, or stack on crackers for an effortless, comforting snack.

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:, Gouda, and, Cheddar, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes,, Beta, Carotene, [Color]),, Water,, Cream,, Sodium, Phosphate,, Calcium, Propionate, (Preservative)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Phosphate - Processed emulsifier
  • Calcium Propionate - Synthetic preservative
No EmulsifierNo Preservative

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?

Contains industrial additives (sodium phosphate) and a preservative (calcium propionate) along with added water/cream and sliced packaging, characteristics of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about Boar's Head Smoked Gouda Cheese, Sliced

The Smoked Gouda Cheese can be a tasty addition to your diet, but calling it 'healthy' depends on your personal eating goals. It's rich in flavor and perfect for snacking or adding to sandwiches, but keep in mind it does contain preservatives like calcium propionate. So, if you're aiming for a whole-food diet, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
weekend-brunch
movie-night

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