Swiss & American Cheeses

Swiss and American cheeses are dairy products made from milk. Swiss cheese is a semi-hard cheese characterized by its distinctive holes, produced using specific bacterial cultures. American cheese is a processed cheese product, typically a blend of cheeses like Colby and cheddar, combined with emulsifiers and other dairy ingredients, then melted and reformed.

These cheeses are added to foods primarily for their distinct flavors, creamy textures, and meltability. They are frequently used as fillings or toppings in various prepared foods, such as frozen poultry products, chicken patties, and burgers.

Cheese products like Swiss and American cheeses are regulated by the FDA as food items, not food additives, and fall under standards of identity. As dairy products, they provide nutrients such as calcium and protein. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories, and the FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg. There are no specific health controversies associated with the combined use of Swiss and American cheeses.