Mature Cheddar
Also known as: mature cheddar cheese
Mature Cheddar is a whole-food fermented dairy product providing protein, calcium and fat. It is high in saturated fat and sodium; portion control is appropriate.
What it is
Aged Cheddar cheese (typically 9+ months) made from cow's milk, salt, rennet and starter cultures.
Whole-food cheese; flavor and protein source.
Why it's flagged
- Milk allergen
- High saturated fat
- High sodium
What regulators actually say
"Cheddar cheese is the food prepared by the procedure set forth in paragraph (a)(3) of this section, or by any other procedure which produces a finished cheese having the same physical and chemical properties."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Standard of identity 21 CFR 133.113 (Cheddar cheese)
European Union — EFSA
Standard food; milk listed as mandatory allergen under Regulation (EU) 1169/2011
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