Sargento Aged Gouda
Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores
At a glance
Summary
Aged Gouda is a processed cheese with a relatively clean ingredient list, including pasteurized milk, cheese culture, and natural color from annatto. It provides a good source of protein and calcium, but the presence of potato starch as an anti-caking agent indicates a moderate level of processing. Despite being processed, it lacks harmful additives, which supports a higher score within its category.
Key ingredients 6
Pasteurized MilkVery Good
Pasteurized milk provides essential nutrients and forms the base of the cheese, ensuring safety and quality.
See more about Pasteurized Milk →Cheese CultureGood
Cheese cultures help develop flavor and texture, contributing to the cheese's characteristic qualities.
See more about Cheese Culture →SaltNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Salt →EnzymesNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Enzymes →Annatto (Vegetable Color)Neutral
Annatto is used for coloring the cheese naturally, without affecting taste or nutritional value.
Potato StarchNeutral
Potato starch is used as a filler or anti-caking agent, with minimal impact on health.
See more about Potato Starch →Processing
Processed Foods
Get the full breakdown in the Scout appTake Scout shopping
Scan any product to see lab results, healthy alternatives, and your personalized analysis.
Download on theApp Store GET IT ONGoogle PlayAmazon pricing & content
Amazon price as of . Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.com at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
CERTAIN CONTENT THAT APPEARS ON THIS SITE COMES FROM AMAZON. THIS CONTENT IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR REMOVAL AT ANY TIME.