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Pasteurized Milk Cultures

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Animal-derived

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Role in food

Manufacturers use pasteurized milk cultures to produce fermented dairy products. They are crucial for …

What it is

Pasteurized milk cultures are live or inactive microorganisms, typically bacteria, that are added to milk to start the fermentation process. These cultures are essential for developing the characteristic flavors, textures, and aromas found in many dairy products like cheese and yogurt.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use pasteurized milk cultures to produce fermented dairy products. They are crucial for creating the tangy flavors and firm textures in cheeses, yogurts, and sour cream, and can also act as natural preservatives.

Health notes

Pasteurized milk cultures are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. The live microorganisms in some cultures, often referred to as probiotics, may offer digestive health benefits, though research is ongoing. JECFA has evaluated cultures used in food production. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming foods containing these cultures at typical levels.

Allergen info

Pasteurized milk cultures are derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Pasteurized Milk Cultures

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Wine Country Kitchens Salad Dressing, Parmesan, Ranch Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 300kcal 3.3Protein 30Fat 3.3Carbs La Tortilleria Tapatia, Inc. Chicken Parmesan Frozen Dinners & Entrees 141kcal 8.2Protein 5.3Fat 15.3Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. Chef Boyardee, Mini Sea Life Shapes, Pasta In Sauce With Pork, Chicken And Beef, Chef Boyardee, Mini Sea Life Shapes, Pasta In Sauce With Pork, Chicken And Beef Chili & Stew High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 96kcal 3.2Protein 2.4Fat 15.1Carbs Stater Bros. Markets Inc. Stater Bros., 2% Milk Singles, Sharp Cheddar Cheese 238kcal 19.1Protein 14.3Fat 14.3Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Italian Seasoned Croutons Breads & Buns 429kcal 14.3Protein 14.3Fat 71.4Carbs Safeway, Inc. Minestrone Soup, Minestrone Other Soups 53kcal 1.6Protein 1.2Fat 8.6Carbs Harry's Farmers Market, Ltd. Whole Foods Market, Garden Bleu Cheese Spread Cheese 321kcal 10.7Protein 28.6Fat 3.6Carbs Safeway, Inc. Loaded Potato Soup With Bacon, Loaded Potato Other Soups High in sodium — 46% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 151kcal 3.7Protein 10.6Fat 9.0Carbs Charms Company Rich & Creamy Loaded Baked Potato Soup With Bacon, Loaded Baked Potato With Bacon Other Soups High in sodium — 45% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 135kcal 3.7Protein 9.4Fat 7.3Carbs Atlantic Capes Fisheries Inc. Chourico Stuffed Clams, Chourico Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 127kcal 7.9Protein 7.1Fat 9.5Carbs Dierberg's Markets, Inc. Fresh Garden Veggie Salad With Ranch Dressing, Veggie With Ranch Dressing Deli Salads High in sodium — 26% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 165kcal 4.4Protein 12.6Fat 8.7Carbs Wakefern Food Corporation Cheese & Spinach Ravioli, Cheese & Spinach Pasta by Shape & Type High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 257kcal 10.6Protein 7.1Fat 38.0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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