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BelGioioso Fontina

BelGioioso Fontina is handmade by our Master Cheesemakers from fresh milk gathered daily from local farmers. Aged over 60 days, Fontina develops an exceptional mild, buttery flavor, with a smooth, almost silky texture. BelGioioso Fontina makes an excellent introduction to Italian cheeses - everyone likes Fontina. This versatile cheese makes delicious sandwiches and grilled cheese and melts easily for fondues and sauces.

Ingredient Name: Fontina Cheese

Labeling Claims: Antibiotics-free, BST-Free, Gluten-free

Certifications & Compliance: FDA Compliant, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Level 3 SQF Certified

Features: Enhanced Shelf Life, High Protein Content, High Quality, Long Shelf Life, Smooth Texture, Soft Texture

Sugar Content: 0.0 - 0.0 %

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    Identification & Functionality

    Ingredient Name
    Ingredient Origin
    Ingredients
    Salt, Enzyme, Pasteurized Cow’s Milk
    Technologies

    Features & Benefits

    Applications & Uses

    Applications
    • Chunk for snacks or cheeseboards and antipasto.
    • Melts perfectly for fondues, dips and sauces.
    • Add to pizzas, sandwiches, grilled cheese, pasta. Stuff chicken breasts or top soups.
    • Pairings - Apple, melon, strawberries, grapes, cashews, olives, salame, light wine.

    Properties

    Flavor
    Sweet, nutty flavor
    Appearance
    Soft and creamy white
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Moisture Content42.0%
    Fat29.0%
    Salt1.5%
    Protein, Minerals, Ash27.5%
    FDMmin. 50%
    pH5.20 - 5.45
    Microbiological Values
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Coliformmax. 100cfu/g
    Yeast & Moldmax. 100cfu/g
    E. Colimax. 10cfu/g
    Staph aureus (coag.positive)max. 10cfu/g
    SalmonellaNegative/10g
    ListeriaNegative
    Nutritional Information
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Calories355.0
    Total Fat28.89g/100g
    Saturated Fat22.9g/100g
    Trans Fat0.29g/100g
    Cholesterol Content83.2mg/100g
    Sodium Content705.0mg/100g
    Total Carbohydrates2.26g/100g
    Dietary Fiber Content0.0g/100g
    Total Sugar0.0g/100g
    Sugars0.0g/100g
    Protein Content23.03g/100g
    Vitamin D0.0mcg/100g
    Calcium Content762.0mg/100g
    Iron Content0.0mg/100g
    Potassium Content72.1mg/100g

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging
    • Size: Bulk and Retail sizes.
    • All products have the Best by date on the package and shipping container.

    Storage & Handling

    Shelf Life
    365 days
    Storage Conditions
    • Storage shall be in clean, dry facilities.
    • Shipping and storage temperatures: 35-41°F.