Provel Cheese: Cheddar
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What it is
Provel cheese is a processed cheese product that originated in St. Louis, Missouri. It is a blend of cheddar, Swiss, and provolone cheeses, often with added emulsifiers and preservatives to achieve a smooth, meltable texture. It is typically manufactured by melting and blending these cheeses together.
Why it's used
Provel cheese is primarily used in baked goods, especially pizzas, due to its excellent melting properties and mild flavor. Manufacturers add it to provide a creamy texture and a distinct, slightly tangy taste that complements toppings like meats and vegetables. It is a signature ingredient in many St. Louis-style pizzas.
Health notes
Provel cheese is a food product and is not subject to specific FDA additive regulations. As a blend of common cheeses, it is generally recognized as safe for consumption. Regulatory bodies like EFSA and JECFA have evaluated the individual cheese components, but not provel as a specific blend. Health implications are similar to those of other full-fat cheeses, related to saturated fat and sodium content.
Allergen info
Provel cheese is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Provel Cheese: Cheddar
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LENA'S
Pepperoni Provel Cheese Thin Crust Pizza, Pepperoni
High in sodium — 42% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
260kcal
9.8Protein
13.0Fat
26.0Carbs
LENA'S
Hamburger Provel Cheese Thin Crust Pizza, Hamburger
High in sodium — 42% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
262kcal
11.3Protein
13.5Fat
24.8Carbs
Roma Grocery Co.
Sausage, Bacon, Green Peppers, Mushrooms, Red Onions Deluxe Pizza, Sausage, Bacon, Green Peppers, Mushrooms, Red Onions
High in sodium — 54% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving
221kcal
10.1Protein
9.6Fat
22.1Carbs
Roma Grocery Co.
Pepperoni Pizza, Pepperoni
High in sodium — 57% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving
287kcal
11.6Protein
14.0Fat
28.7Carbs
Roma Grocery Co.
Sausage Pizza
High in sodium — 54% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 21% DV per serving
226kcal
10.1Protein
10.6Fat
22.1Carbs
Roma Grocery Co.
Bacon Pizza, Bacon
High in sodium — 52% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving
288kcal
11.8Protein
14.4Fat
26.8Carbs