Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese Pasteurized Part-skim Milk

Reduced fat cheddar cheese is a type of cheese made from milk that has had some of its fat removed. It is typically produced using pasteurized, part-skim milk, and undergoes a process similar to regular cheddar cheese making, including curdling, draining, and aging.

Manufacturers use reduced fat cheddar cheese for its familiar cheddar flavor and melting properties, often in products where a lower fat content is desired. It is commonly found in frozen appetizers, cheese blends, and breakfast sandwiches.

Reduced fat cheddar cheese is a source of protein and calcium. The FDA considers dairy products like cheese to be part of a healthy eating pattern. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated many food additives, but specific evaluations for 'reduced fat cheddar cheese' as a whole ingredient are not typically categorized in the same way as individual additives. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming reduced fat cheddar cheese in typical amounts as part of a balanced diet.