Ingredient

Cheese Sauce: Skim Milk

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Skim milk is used in cheese sauces to provide a creamy texture and dairy …

What it is

Skim milk is cow's milk that has had most of the fat removed. It is a liquid dairy product that is a source of protein and calcium. Skim milk is often used as a base for other dairy products or as a lower-fat alternative to whole milk.

Why it's used

Skim milk is used in cheese sauces to provide a creamy texture and dairy flavor without adding significant fat. It is a common ingredient in frozen dinners, pasta dishes, and breakfast items where a cheese sauce is desired.

Health notes

Skim milk is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of calcium and protein, which are important nutrients. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated skim milk and its components. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming skim milk at typical dietary levels.

Allergen info

Skim milk is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Cheese Sauce: Skim Milk

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Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Sausage & Egg Scramble Scrambled Eggs, Roasted Russet Potatoes & Sausage In A Real Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Sausage & Egg Scramble Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 78% DV per serving 149kcal 8.5Protein 9.0Fat 8.5Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Bacon & Egg Scramble Scrambled Eggs, Russet Potatoes & Bacon In A Real Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Bacon & Egg Scramble Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 66% DV per serving 128kcal 8.8Protein 6.2Fat 8.8Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division White Cheddar & Bacon Macaroni & Bacon In 100% Real White Cheddar Cheese Sauce Mac Cups, White Cheddar & Bacon Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 147kcal 7.1Protein 7.1Fat 14.1Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Spicy Morning Scramble Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Russet Potatoes, Tomatoes & Spicy Poblano Peppers In A Real Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Spicy Morning Scramble Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 62% DV per serving 144kcal 9.4Protein 8.5Fat 8.0Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Southwest Style Scramble Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Russet Potatoes, Tomatoes & Spicy Poblano Peppers In A Real Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Southwest Style Scramble Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 66% DV per serving 129kcal 7.8Protein 7.5Fat 7.8Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Cheeseburger Mac Macaroni & Ground Beef In A Tangy Sauce, Made With 100% Real Cheddar Cheese Cups, Cheeseburger Mac Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 135kcal 5.9Protein 6.5Fat 13.5Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Mac & Cheese Macaroni In A Real Cheddar Cheese Sauce Cups, Mac & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 147kcal 5.9Protein 7.7Fat —Carbs Nash Finch Company Smoked Gouda Artisan Macaroni & Cheese, Smoked Gouda Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 323kcal 12.1Protein 10.1Fat 44.4Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Sausage & Egg Scramble Scrambled Eggs, Russet Potatoes & Sausage In A Real Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Sausage & Egg Scramble Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 82% DV per serving 137kcal 8.2Protein 7.8Fat 8.6Carbs Nash Finch Company Cheddar Havarti Artisan Macaroni & Cheese, Cheddar Havarti Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 313kcal 12.1Protein 10.1Fat 44.4Carbs Bi-Lo Inc. Havarti Cheddar Pasta Elbows In A Cheddar Sauce, Havarti Cheddar Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 313kcal 12.1Protein 10.1Fat 44.4Carbs

Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Stouffer's Mac & Cheese Cups, 2 Count, 12 Oz Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 153kcal 6.5Protein 7.7Fat 14.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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