Processed cheeses have a very mild semi-soft elastic smooth texture and account for a large share of cheese sales. Processed cheeses from Wisconsin are a smooth blend of assorted natural cheeses that have been blended and pasteurized to the point where further ripening stops, resulting in a longer shelf life than most cheeses. Wisconsin, the leading state in total cheese production, is also the top producer of processed cheeses.
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Appearance
Similar to natural cheese from which it is made
Texture
Smooth, elastic
Flavor
Similar to type of natural cheese from which it is made Sometimes flavored with fruits, vegetables, meats or spices
Melt processed cheddar over low heat; stir in salsa and chopped jalapeno peppers. Serve with tortilla chips.
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Sargento Foods Inc.
Ron's Wisconsin Cheese, Inc.
Ornua Ingredients North America
Widmer's Cheese Cellars, Inc.
Cheese Plus LLC
Schreiber Foods, Inc.
North Country Cheese
Shullsburg Creamery
Wisconsin Cheese Group
Vern's Cheese, Inc.
Weyauwega Star Dairy, Inc.
Saputo Cheese USA Inc.
Masters Gallery Foods, Inc.
Laack Bros. Cheese Co., Inc.
Cady Creek Farms, LLC
All companies that offer American (Pasteurized Processed)
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