CABOT, NEW YORK EXTRA SHARP PREMIUM NATURAL SHREDDED CHEDDAR CHEESE
Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores
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Summary
This shredded cheddar cheese is made from high-quality ingredients like pasteurized milk and cheese culture, which provide essential nutrients and beneficial bacteria. However, it includes additives such as natamycin and anti-caking agents, which are typical in processed cheese products to extend shelf life and maintain texture. The presence of these additives and the processing level limit its score, despite the overall good quality of the primary ingredients.
Key ingredients 8
Pasteurized milkVery Good
This ingredient provides natural dairy nutrition and is minimally processed, making it a beneficial component of cheese.
See more about Pasteurized milk →cheese cultureGood
Cheese cultures help develop flavor and texture naturally, supporting fermentation and quality.
See more about cheese culture →saltNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about salt →enzymesNeutral
Enzymes are used to facilitate cheese production but do not significantly impact health positively or negatively.
See more about enzymes →potato starchNeutral
Potato starch is added to prevent caking but is a neutral additive with no significant health impact.
See more about potato starch →corn starchNeutral
Corn starch is used as an anti-caking agent and is considered neutral in terms of health effects.
See more about corn starch →calcium sulfateNeutral
Calcium sulfate acts as a processing aid and is generally recognized as safe, with neutral health impact.
See more about calcium sulfate →natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor)Neutral
Natamycin helps prevent mold growth, ensuring product safety without adverse health effects.
Processing
Processed Foods
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