Ingredient

Made From 100% Pasteurized Sheep's Milk

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use sheep's milk cheese as a primary ingredient in many dishes due to …

What it is

This ingredient is cheese made exclusively from sheep's milk that has been pasteurized. Pasteurization is a process that heats milk to a specific temperature for a set time to kill harmful bacteria, making it safer for consumption. Sheep's milk cheese is known for its rich, creamy texture and distinct flavor.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use sheep's milk cheese as a primary ingredient in many dishes due to its unique flavor and melting properties. It is commonly found in pasta sauces, pizzas, and other Italian-style prepared foods where a rich, savory cheese component is desired.

Health notes

Sheep's milk cheese is generally recognized as safe by the FDA when produced under sanitary conditions. It is a natural source of protein, calcium, and other nutrients. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated dairy products, and while specific evaluations for sheep's milk cheese are not widely publicized, it is considered a standard food ingredient.

Allergen info

Sheep's milk is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Therefore, this ingredient is a major allergen.

Products containing Made From 100% Pasteurized Sheep's Milk

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Mid's, True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Tomato Basil Sauce, Tomato Basil, Tomato Basil Mid's Spaghetti Sauce Mid's, True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Tomato Basil Sauce, Tomato Basil, Tomato Basil Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 40% DV per serving 56kcal 1.6Protein 1.6Fat 9.6Carbs Mid's Spaghetti Sauce True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Italian Sausage Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 36% DV per serving 112kcal 4.8Protein 6.4Fat 10.4Carbs Mid's Spaghetti Sauce True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Traditional Meatless Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 48kcal 2.4Protein 1.6Fat 11.2Carbs Mid's Spaghetti Sauce True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Three Cheese Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 72kcal 3.2Protein 2.4Fat 11.2Carbs Black Bear Enterprise, Inc. Locatelli, Black Bear, Pecorino Romano Cheese, Shredded Cheese 400kcal 20Protein 30Fat 0Carbs Mid's Spaghetti Sauce True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Mideo's Marinara Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 40kcal 1.6Protein 1.2Fat 6.4Carbs Mid's, Homestyle Pasta Sauce, Garlic & Onion, Garlic & Onion Mid's Spaghetti Sauce Mid's, Homestyle Pasta Sauce, Garlic & Onion, Garlic & Onion Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 64kcal 2.4Protein 1.6Fat 11.2Carbs Ambriola Co Inc Piccante Pecorino Romano Cheese High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 28.6Fat 3.6Carbs Mid's Spaghetti Sauce True Sicilian Pasta Sauce Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 48kcal 2.4Protein 1.6Fat 11.2Carbs Ambriola's, Genuine Locatelli, Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese Ambriola Co Inc Ambriola's, Genuine Locatelli, Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese Cheese 400kcal 20Protein 30Fat 0Carbs Traditional Pasta Sauce, Traditional Mid's Spaghetti Sauce Traditional Pasta Sauce, Traditional Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 64kcal 2.4Protein 0.8Fat 13.6Carbs Mid's Spaghetti Sauce Meat Bolognese True Sicilian Pasta Sauce, Meat Bolognese Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 80kcal 4.8Protein 2.4Fat 12.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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