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.
Performance Notes -
Ron's Wisconsin Cheese, Inc.
G&R Foods Inc.
Saputo Specialty Cheese
All Star, Ltd.
Saputo Cheese USA Inc.
Sargento Foods Inc.
Wisconsin Cheese Group
Gilman Cheese Corporation
North Country Cheese
Cady Creek Farms, LLC
Masters Gallery Foods, Inc.
Biery Cheese Company Kickapoo Valley Plant
Laack Bros. Cheese Co., Inc.
PANOS Brands/Andrew & Everett
Cheese Plus LLC
All companies that offer American (Pasteurized Processed)
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