Is Sargento® Shredded Sharp Natural Cheddar Cheese, Traditional Cut, 8 oz. Lactose Free?

No. This product is not lactose free as it lists 1 ingredient that contains lactose and 2 ingredients contain lactose depending on the source.

Why it's not lactose free

  • pasteurized milk
  • cheese culture
  • cheddar cheese

pasteurized milk

Dietitian note

Cow's milk, regardless of fat content, contains lactose - unless the packaging states that it is lactose free or you see "lactase enzyme" listed as another ingredient.

Note by Vanessa Vargas, RDN, LDN

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Description

Shredded sharp cheddar offers a pronounced tangy, aged flavor with a firm yet tender shredded texture that melts evenly for casseroles, grilled sandwiches, tacos, baked pasta, and salads. Reviewers note consistent sharpness and reliable melting performance; some report occasional clumping or oily spots in the package but convenient, ready-to-use shreds.

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Ingredients

INGREDIENTS: CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO (VEGETABLE COLOR)], POTATO STARCH (TO PREVENT CAKING), POWDERED CELLULOSE (TO PREVENT CAKING), NATAMYCIN (A NATURAL MOLD INHIBITOR).

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Where to buy

Sargento® Shredded Sharp Natural Cheddar Cheese, Traditional Cut, 8 oz. is available at 13 retailers

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About this product

Cheese · Granule

Flavor
SavorySalty
Texture
CreamyOily
Commonly used for
IngredientToppingSandwichGarnishing