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SHARP CHEDDAR deli-sliced cheese

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Common questions

Is SHARP CHEDDAR deli-sliced cheese healthy?

SHARP CHEDDAR deli-sliced cheese scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This sharp cheddar deli-sliced cheese is made from pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes, and annatto for color, which are typical ingredients for traditional cheese.

How processed is SHARP CHEDDAR deli-sliced cheese?

SHARP CHEDDAR deli-sliced cheese is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive SHARP CHEDDAR deli-sliced cheese's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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SHARP CHEDDAR deli-sliced cheese

Happy Farms by ALDI
75 Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Aldi
Category Cheese
Summary

This sharp cheddar deli-sliced cheese is made from pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes, and annatto for color, which are typical ingredients for traditional cheese. The product is processed, but it maintains a clean ingredient list without harmful additives or seed oils, allowing it to score well within its category. The processing level limits its maximum score, but the absence of artificial additives and the use of high-quality ingredients contribute positively to its rating.

Key ingredients 5

Pasteurized Milk
Very Good

Pasteurized milk is a primary source of calcium and protein, providing essential nutrients in a safe, processed form.

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Cheese Culture
Good

Cheese culture helps develop the flavor and texture of the cheese, contributing to its quality and taste.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Enzymes
Neutral

Enzymes are used to facilitate cheese production, with no significant positive or negative impact on health.

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Annatto Vegetable Color
Neutral

Annatto is a natural coloring agent used to give the cheese its distinctive color without affecting flavor or nutrition.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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