At a glance
Summary
This mild cheddar cheese is made from pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, and enzymes, which are generally considered high-quality ingredients for cheese. The addition of annatto extract for color and potato starch for anti-caking are minor additives that do not significantly detract from its quality. While it is a processed food, the ingredient list is relatively clean, contributing to a favorable score within its category.
Key ingredients 6
Pasteurized MilkVery Good
Pasteurized milk is a nutritious base rich in calcium and protein, essential for bone health and muscle function.
See more about Pasteurized Milk →Cheese CultureGood
Cheese cultures help ferment the milk, enhancing flavor and aiding digestion, making the cheese more palatable.
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 coagulate milk, helping in cheese production without adding flavor or nutritional value.
See more about Enzymes →Annatto Extract (Color)Neutral
Annatto extract is a natural coloring agent used to give the cheese its characteristic color without affecting taste.
See more about Annatto Extract (Color) →Potato StarchNeutral
Potato starch is used as a stabilizer or anti-caking agent, with minimal impact on nutrition or flavor.
See more about Potato Starch →Processing
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