Maasdam

Maasdam is a Dutch‑style semi‑hard cheese made from pasteurised cow's milk, sold in 330 g portion packs by Carrefour. It provides 27 g of fat, 19 g of saturated fat, 27 g of protein and 4.8 g of sugars per 100 g, delivering high protein and calcium but relatively high saturated fat and sugars, while its salt level is moderate at 1.2 g and it is classified as a NOVA 3 processed cheese that contains the preservative natamycin (E235). The cheese belongs to the Milk and dairy products group, specifically the cheese sub‑category, and is best enjoyed in moderation, especially by those monitoring fat or sugar intake.