Ingredient

Aged Over 6 Months

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Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Aging is a key step in cheese making to develop specific flavor profiles and …

What it is

This term refers to cheese that has been aged for a minimum of six months. Aging allows enzymes to break down fats and proteins, developing a firmer texture and a sharper, more complex flavor.

Why it's used

Aging is a key step in cheese making to develop specific flavor profiles and textures. It is most commonly seen in hard and semi-hard cheeses like cheddar, parmesan, and gouda, where it enhances the cheese's taste and shelf-life.

Health notes

There are no specific health implications associated with the term 'aged over 6 months' itself, beyond those of the cheese product. The aging process can increase the concentration of certain nutrients and may reduce lactose content in some cheeses. Regulatory bodies like the FDA do not specifically regulate this aging period as a separate ingredient.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. However, the underlying cheese product may contain major allergens such as milk.

Products containing Aged Over 6 Months

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Stater Bros. Markets Inc. Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Sharp Cheddar Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Stater Bros. Markets Inc. Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Sharp Cheddar Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Bel Brands USA Inc. Kaukauna, Spreadable Cheddar Cheese, Bacon Jalapeno, Bacon Jalapeno Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 346kcal 19.2Protein 26.9Fat 11.5Carbs Bel Brands USA Inc. Kaukauna, Spreadable Sharp Cheddar Cheese Cheese 333kcal 16.7Protein 25Fat 12.5Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Sharp Yellow Cheddar Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Cheddar Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Western Family Foods, Inc. Western Family, Grated Italian Style Blend Cheese Cheese 400kcal 20Protein 30Fat 20Carbs Bel Brands USA Inc. Asiago Cheese Cheese 357kcal 17.9Protein 25Fat 17.9Carbs Bel Brands USA Inc. Kaukauna, Spreadable Cheddar Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 346kcal 19.2Protein 26.9Fat 15.4Carbs Delhaize America, Inc. Sharp Cheddar Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 3.6Carbs Delhaize America, Inc. Natural Sharp Cheddar Fancy Shredded Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 3.6Carbs Bel Brands USA Inc. Port Wine Singles Spreadable Cheese, Port Wine Cheese High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 316kcal 14.0Protein 22.8Fat 12.3Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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