Ingredient

Cheddar And Parmesan Cheese

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
These cheeses are added to foods for their distinct savory, salty, and umami flavors. …

What it is

Cheddar and Parmesan are both hard, aged cheeses made from cow's milk. Cheddar originates from England, while Parmesan (Parmigiano-Reggiano) is an Italian cheese. They are produced by culturing milk, then curdling it with rennet, followed by draining, pressing, and aging.

Why it's used

These cheeses are added to foods for their distinct savory, salty, and umami flavors. They are commonly used in frozen appetizers, pasta dishes, sauces, baked goods, and snack foods like chips and pretzels.

Health notes

Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA as food ingredients. They are a source of protein, calcium, and vitamin B12. While generally considered healthy in moderation as part of a balanced diet, they are also high in sodium and saturated fat, which are factors to consider for overall dietary intake. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated cheese and dairy products.

Allergen info

Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses are derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Cheddar And Parmesan Cheese

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Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Spinach, Artichoke & Chicken Panini White Meat Chicken With Spinach, Artichokes, Tomatoes, Garlic, Cheese & Parmesan Sauce On Italian Bread, Spinach, Artichoke & Chicken Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 188kcal 10Protein 5.3Fat 24.7Carbs Blazin' Hot Baked Chickpea Puffs, Blazin' Hot Biena, LLC Blazin' Hot Baked Chickpea Puffs, Blazin' Hot Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 21.4Protein 32.1Fat 42.9Carbs Bektrom Foods, Inc Four Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese Vegetable and Lentil Mixes 333kcal 9.5Protein 0Fat 76.2Carbs Parmesan Ranch Seasoning, Parmesan Ranch North Atlantic Imports LLC Parmesan Ranch Seasoning, Parmesan Ranch Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 500kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Nestle USA Inc. Sausage & Pepper Italian Sausage And Red Peppers With An Asiago Cheese Sauce On A Crispy Thin Crust Flatbread Pizza, Sausage & Pepper Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 286kcal 12.1Protein 14.3Fat 27.1Carbs The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. White Cheddar Flavored Baked Corn Puffs, White Cheddar Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 464kcal 7.1Protein 25Fat 57.1Carbs White Cheddar Flavored Garden Veggie Baked Corn Puffs, White Cheddar The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. White Cheddar Flavored Garden Veggie Baked Corn Puffs, White Cheddar Other Snacks 464kcal 7.1Protein 25Fat 57.1Carbs Cheese Pizza Flavored Snack Mix, Cheese Pizza 7-Eleven, Inc. Cheese Pizza Flavored Snack Mix, Cheese Pizza Other Snacks 500kcal 20Protein 36.7Fat 33.3Carbs Safeway, Inc. Sausage & Mushroom Artisan Style Italian Sausage, Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Mozzarella Cheese With An Asiago Cheese Sauce On A Woodfire Crust Flatbread Pizza, Sausage & Mushroom Other Deli High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 227kcal 10.6Protein 12.1Fat 20.4Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Bacon Blast Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Cooked Bacon, Scrambled Eggs, Seasoned Potatoes, Low-Moisture Mozzarella Cheese And Cheddar Cheese On A Cinnamon Waffle Crust Breakfast Pizza, Bacon Blast Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 24% DV per serving 257kcal 11.1Protein 13.2Fat 25Carbs Parmesan Ranch Cheesy Baked Snacks, Parmesan Ranch Sunshine Biscuits, Inc. Parmesan Ranch Cheesy Baked Snacks, Parmesan Ranch Flavored Snack Crackers 500kcal 6.7Protein 26.7Fat 63.3Carbs White Cheddar Garden Veggie Puffs, White Cheddar The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. White Cheddar Garden Veggie Puffs, White Cheddar Other Snacks 464kcal 7.1Protein 25Fat 57.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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