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Food Guide

Havarti

Varieties

Havarti is available in flavors ranging from mildly sharp to strongly aromatic. Havarti aged for about three months is full-flavored and creamy, and it gains a more distinctive taste as it ages. It may also be produced with extra cream, or with a variety of seasonings, including, dill and other herbs, spices, jalapeño peppers, or caraway seeds. Quality American Havarti is produced on a large scale in Wisconsin and New York state, and by artisan producers in California and elsewhere.

Preparation, Uses, & Tips

Havarti is versatile a table cheese that works well sliced, grilled, and melted. Easy to slice and melt, it’s an excellent choice for sandwiches and snacks.

Storing

As a semisoft cheese, Havarti can be kept for at least two weeks, when carefully wrapped and refrigerated.

Nutrition Highlights

Havarti, 1 slice 1 oz. (28g)

  • Calories: 120
  • Protein: 6.0g
  • Carbohydrate: 0.0g
  • Total Fat: 11.0g
  • Fiber: 0.0g

*Good Source of: Calcium (150mg)