Granular And Blue Cheese Blend
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What it is
This ingredient is a combination of granular cheese and blue cheese. Granular cheese typically refers to a hard or semi-hard cheese, while blue cheese is characterized by its distinctive blue or green veins of mold and pungent flavor. The blend is created to offer a complex cheese taste and texture.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use this blend to add a rich, savory, and slightly sharp cheese flavor to foods. It is often found in frozen prepared sides, particularly potato dishes, where it contributes to a gourmet taste profile. The blend can also be used in sauces, dips, and baked goods.
Health notes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) generally recognizes cheese and its components as safe (GRAS) when used as intended. Blue cheese contains naturally occurring compounds from the fermentation process. International bodies like the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) evaluate food ingredients, but specific evaluations for this blend are not widely publicized. Typical consumption as part of a balanced diet is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
This ingredient is derived from milk and is therefore a major allergen. It does not contain gluten unless cross-contamination occurs during processing.