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Fontina Cheese vs Swiss Cheese Facts


Swiss Cheese vs Fontina Cheese Facts


Calories

Calories per 100g
389.00 Kcal   
18
393.00 Kcal   
17

Calories in 1 pat
513.00 Kcal   
18
519.00 Kcal   
19

Calories in 1 tbsp
58.00 Kcal   
11
59.00 Kcal   
12

Calories in 1 cup
110.00 Kcal   
18
111.00 Kcal   
19

Calories in 1 stick
109.00 Kcal   
9
110.00 Kcal   
10

Serving size
100   
100   

Proteins
25.60 g   
9
26.96 g   
8

Carbs
1.55 g   
99+
1.44 g   
99+

Fiber
0.00 g   
15
0.00 g   
15

Sugar
1.55 g   
20
0.00 g   

Fats
31.14 g   
99+
30.99 g   
99+

% Fat Content
45 %   
15
Not Available   

Saturated Fat
19.20 g   
99+
18.23 g   
99+

Trans Fat
0.00 g   
2.00 g   
9

Polyunsaturated Fat
1.65 g   
12
1.34 g   
15

Monounsaturated Fat
8.69 g   
20
8.05 g   
26

Nutrition

Serving Size
100   
100   

Cholesterol
153.00 mg   
5
92.00 mg   
16

Vitamins
  
  

Vitamin A
913.00 IU   
19
1,047.00 IU   
11

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.02 mg   
35
0.01 mg   
99+

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.20 mg   
38
0.30 mg   
26

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.15 mg   
28
0.06 mg   
99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
0.08 mg   
18
0.07 mg   
25

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid, Folate)
6.00 µg   
32
10.00 µg   
25

Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
1.68 µg   
8
3.06 µg   
2

Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid)
0.00 mg   
29
0.00 mg   
29

Vitamin D
23.00 IU   
19
0.00 IU   
39

Vitamin D (D2+D3)
0.60 µg   
10
0.00 µg   
18

Vitamin E (Alpha- Tocopherol)
0.27 mg   
22
0.60 mg   
13

Vitamin K (Phylloquinone)
2.60 µg   
10
1.40 µg   
18

Minerals
  
  

Calcium
550.00 mg   
21
890.00 mg   
7

Iron
0.23 mg   
99+
0.13 mg   
99+

Magnesium
14.00 mg   
32
33.00 mg   
13

Phosphorus
346.00 mg   
28
574.00 mg   
9

Potassium
64.00 mg   
99+
574.00 mg   
6

Sodium
800.00 mg   
13
187.00 mg   
40

Zinc
3.50 mg   
9
4.37 mg   
4

Other
  
  

Water
37.92 g   
37.63 g   

Caffeine
0.00 g   
0.00 g   

Benefits

Health Benefits
Healthy bones, Health Food, Protects against heart diseases, Prevents Cancer, Stimulates brain and its functions, Strengthens the immune system   
Reduces blood pressure, Enhances calcium absorption, Strong & healthy muscles, Helps to maintain blood pressure, Improves blood sugar level, Improves metabolism rate, Presence of calcium, Presence of calcium makes teeth strong & healthy, Prevents cavities   

Other General Benefits
Good for bones, Good for immune system, Improves brain health, Improves cardiovascular health   
Enhances calcium absorption, Good for bones, Good for eyesight, Good for immune system, Low fat food, Low sodium, Stimulates the growth of health promoting bacteria, Nourishes colon cells   

Hair and Beauty Benefits
  
  

Skin Care
Gives a smoother skin, Helps to slow down signs of ageing   
Adds brightness to skin, Gives a smoother skin, Gives glowing and flawless skin, Helps in reducing anti- aging looks, Natural skin softner, Nourishes with a soft, supple and a glowing skin   

Hair Care
Unknown   
Not Available   

Nutritional Importance & Uses
  
  

Uses
Aged cheese can be used as grating cheese, It works excellent as a table Cheese   
No uses found   

Nutritional Importance
Contains Zinc, Good source of Calcium, Good source of Vitamin B-12, Phosphorus rich, Rich source of vitamin K2   
Contains vitamin A, Good source of Calcium, Good source of proteins, Low fat, Low sodium   

Allergy
  
  

Fontina Cheese and Swiss Cheese Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal bloating, Abdominal cramps, Abdominal pain, Anaphylaxis, Constipation, Decrease in Blood pressure, Diarrhea, Eczema, Flatulence or gas, Nausea, accompanied by vomiting, Rashes in the form of hives, Rumbling or gurgling sounds in stomach, Runny or stuffy nose   
Abdominal pain, Anaphylactoid reaction, Bloating, Constipation, Diarrhea, Eczema, Hives, Labored breathing, Loss of appetite, Nausea, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Swelling of throat, Vomiting, Wheezing   

What is

What is
Fontina Cheese is an Italian, cow milk cheese that has acquired PDO status European law.   
Swiss cheese is a mild cheese made from cow's milk and has a firmer texture than baby Swiss. The flavor is mild, sweet and nut-like.   

Color
Ivory   
Pale yellow   

Fontina Cheese and Swiss Cheese Flavor
Creamy, Smooth, Tart   
Nutty, Sweet   

Fontina Cheese and Swiss Cheese Aroma
Mild, Sour smell   
Fruity, Strong   

Vegetarian
No   
Yes   

Origin
Italy   
Switzerland   

How to make

Serving Size
100   
100   

Ingredients
Brine solution, Calcium Chloride, Cow milk, Rennet   
Cheese Salt, Pasteurized Cow milk, Propioni bacteria, Starter culture, Vegetarian Rennet, Water   

Fermentation Agent
Not Available   
Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus, Lactobacillus helveticus, Propionibacterium freudenreichii sbsp. shermani, Streptococcus salivarius sbsp thermophilus   

Things you need
Cheese Press, Cheesecloth, Knife, Blender, Mould, Plastic wrap, Press   
Cheese Press, Cheesecloth, Knife, Large pot, Wire whisk   

Time Duration
  
  

Preparation Time
10- 12 hours   
3- 4 hours   

Cooking Time
90   
40   

Aging time
3 months   
2 - 4 weeks   

Storage & Shelf Life
  
  

Refrigeration Temperature
39.20 °F   
19
39.20 °F   
19

Shelf Life
2- 3 Months   
1 Month   

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