SPECIFICATION
CABOT MEDIUM CHEDDAR CHEESE BLOCK
DESCRIPTION:
Cabot Medium Cheddar Cheese conforms to 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, annatto (if colored.)
ALLERGENS:
Milk
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
- 1. Color: creamy white (white cheddar), orange (yellow cheddar)
- 2. Texture: smooth, firm
- 3. Flavor: characteristic medium cheddar flavor
- 4. Age: less than 7 months or to meet flavor profile
CHEMICAL:
- 1. Moisture – <39.0%
- 2. Butterfat – >50.0% FDB
- 3. pH – 5.0-5.40
- 4. Salt – 1.50 – 2.20%
MICROBIOLOGICAL:
- 1. Coliform – <100/gram
- 2. Yeast & Mold – <500/gram
- Pathogenic bacteria tested at scheduled intervals.
SHIPPING AND STORAGE:
Product shall be shipped and stored at 35-45°F.
SHELF LIFE:
360 days from date of receipt.


