SPECIFICATION
CABOT SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE (White or Yellow) (3/4oz Serving)
DESCRIPTION:
Cabot Sharp Cheddar Cheese conforms with the current definition and standards of identity for cheddar cheese under Federal Food and Drug Regulations CFR 21 §133.113 and all its amendments.
INGREDIENTS:
Pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes.
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
- 1. Color: creamy white (white cheddar), orange (yellow cheddar)
- 2. Texture: smooth, firm
- 3. Flavor: characteristic sharp cheddar flavor
- 4. Age: min. 5 months or to meet flavor profile
CHEMICAL:
- 1. Moisture – 36.0-39.0%
- 2. Butterfat – <50.0% FDB
- 3. pH – 5.0-5.3
- 4. Salt – 1.5-1.9%
MICROBIOLOGICAL:
- 1. Coliform – <10/gram
- 2. Yeast & Mold – <100/gram
- No pathogenic bacteria
SHIPPING AND STORAGE:
Product shall be shipped and stored at 35-45°F.
SHELF LIFE:
- 270 days from date packaged for 3/4oz bars.
- 120 days for 2.5 lb slice tray.


