Ingredient

Parmesan And Romano Cheese Concentrate

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use this ingredient to add a rich, savory cheese flavor to foods without …

What it is

Parmesan and Romano cheese concentrate is a flavoring ingredient made from real Parmesan and Romano cheeses. The cheeses are processed to create a concentrated form that delivers a strong cheese flavor. This process typically involves removing moisture and other components to intensify the taste.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use this ingredient to add a rich, savory cheese flavor to foods without adding large amounts of actual cheese. It is often found in pasta dishes, sauces, frozen meals, and snack foods where a distinct Parmesan or Romano taste is desired.

Health notes

Parmesan and Romano cheese concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA as a flavoring substance. It is not typically associated with adverse health effects when consumed in amounts found in food. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar flavoring substances, but specific evaluations for this exact concentrate may vary. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

This ingredient is derived from milk, which is one of the FDA's major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Parmesan And Romano Cheese Concentrate

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Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. Pesto Parmesan Pasta Salad, Pesto Parmesan Deli Salads High in sodium — 32% DV per serving 121kcal 4.3Protein 2.9Fat 19.3Carbs White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, White Cheddar Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, White Cheddar Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 77% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 135kcal 6.5Protein 7.1Fat 12.1Carbs Baked Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Rice White Meat Chicken, Broccoli, And Rice In A White Cheese Sauce With A Cheddar Cheese Breadcrumb Topping, Baked Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Rice Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. Baked Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Rice White Meat Chicken, Broccoli, And Rice In A White Cheese Sauce With A Cheddar Cheese Breadcrumb Topping, Baked Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Rice Other Deli High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 177kcal 10Protein 8.2Fat 11.8Carbs Baked 5 Cheese Macaroni Cheddar, White Cheddar, Parmesan, Romano, & Blue Cheeses, Baked 5 Cheese Macaroni Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. Baked 5 Cheese Macaroni Cheddar, White Cheddar, Parmesan, Romano, & Blue Cheeses, Baked 5 Cheese Macaroni Other Deli High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 177kcal 7.4Protein 8.8Fat 12.6Carbs Safeway, Inc. Uncured Ham & Cheddar Hashbrown Bake Tender Cooked Shredded Potatoes With Cubed Uncured Ham, Red Bell Pepper, Green Onions And Celery Combined In A Cheese Sauce And Topped With Melted Cheddar Cheese , Uncured Ham & Cheddar Hashbrown Bake Other Deli High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 123kcal 6.0Protein 6.0Fat 11.9Carbs Baked Four Cheese Macaroni With Real White Cheddar, Cheddar, Parmesan, & Romano Cheeses, Baked Four Cheese Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. Baked Four Cheese Macaroni With Real White Cheddar, Cheddar, Parmesan, & Romano Cheeses, Baked Four Cheese Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 136kcal 6.4Protein 5.9Fat 14.6Carbs Signature Macaroni & Cheese With Real Milk, Cheddar Cheese, & Elbow Macaroni, Signature Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. Signature Macaroni & Cheese With Real Milk, Cheddar Cheese, & Elbow Macaroni, Signature Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 123kcal 6.4Protein 5.5Fat 13.2Carbs Scalloped Potatoes, Scalloped Safeway, Inc. Scalloped Potatoes, Scalloped Other Deli High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 143kcal 4.3Protein 9.3Fat 10.7Carbs Safeway, Inc. Parmesan Risotto, Parmesan Other Deli High in sodium — 55% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 144kcal 0Protein 7.1Fat 15.6Carbs Safeway, Inc. Baked Macaroni & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 177kcal 7.0Protein 10.7Fat 12.6Carbs Safeway, Inc. Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Rice, Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Other Deli High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 177kcal 10Protein 10.4Fat 11.8Carbs Reser's Fine Foods Main St Bistro Signature Macaroni & Cheese Family Size, 28 Oz Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. Reser's Fine Foods Main St Bistro Signature Macaroni & Cheese Family Size, 28 Oz Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 123kcal 6.4Protein 5.5Fat 13.2Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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