Rice Cheese

A cheese substitute made from rice, a small amount of milk protein (casein), food oils, and seasonings. Marketed as a lactose free alternative to common milk-based cheeses, rice cheese is produced in different flavors such as cheddar and mozzarella. It is formed into blocks or slices and has many of the same characteristics of traditional cheese allowing it to be melted, sliced, and shredded in a similar manner to other cheeses. Smooth in texture, rice cheese provides a flavor that has both a cheese and a rice taste.