FANCY SHREDDED BLEND OF MONTEREY JACK, CHEDDAR, QUESO QUESADILLA & ASADERO CHEESE MEXICAN STYLE BLEND, MEXICAN STYLE
Summary
This cheese blend consists of various types of cheese, each made from pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, and enzymes, with minimal additives. The use of annatto for coloring is a natural choice, and the product maintains a relatively clean label with no harmful additives. However, as a processed food, its score is capped due to its processing level, despite the high-quality ingredients.
At a glance
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Monterey Jack CheeseNeutral
Monterey Jack cheese is a semi-hard cheese made from pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, and enzymes. It is a common cheese with moderate fat and protein content, providing a creamy texture and mild flavor. The cheese is processed but does not contain harmful additives.
Benefits
Provides a source of calcium and protein, contributing to bone health and muscle maintenance.
Cheddar CheeseNeutral
Cheddar cheese is a widely consumed cheese made from pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes, and annatto color. It is known for its rich flavor and is a good source of protein and calcium. The addition of annatto is for coloring and does not significantly impact health.
Benefits
Rich in calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle function.
Queso QuesadillaNeutral
Queso quesadilla is a soft cheese made from pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, and enzymes. It is used for its melting properties and mild flavor in various dishes. The cheese is processed but free from harmful additives.
Benefits
Provides calcium and protein, essential for maintaining healthy bones and muscles.
Asadero CheeseNeutral
Asadero cheese is a semi-soft cheese made from pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, and enzymes. It is known for its smooth texture and melting qualities, often used in Mexican cuisine. The cheese is processed but does not contain harmful additives.
Benefits
Contains calcium and protein, which are beneficial for bone health and muscle maintenance.
Processing
Processed Foods
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