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Queso Quesadilla Cheese

Also known as: quesadilla cheese

Low concern

A traditional pasteurized cheese with the typical nutritional profile of semi-soft cheese: protein and calcium with notable saturated fat and sodium. Safe for general consumption; people watching sodium or saturated fat should account for it.

What it is

A mild, semi-soft Mexican-style cow's milk cheese that melts smoothly, commonly used in quesadillas and other melted-cheese dishes.

Provides creamy melt, mild flavor, and protein in Mexican-style dishes.

Why it's flagged

Contains milk (allergen)
Moderately high in saturated fat and sodium

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Standard of identity as a cheese product

European Union — EFSA

Conventional food

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