- How does 4% cottage cheese differ from 1% or 2%?
- It has more milkfat, so it tastes creamier and feels richer, with more calories and fat per serving. The 1% and 2% versions are leaner but thinner.
- Is it good for a high-protein diet?
- Cottage cheese is a strong protein source, and this full-fat version keeps the protein while adding richness. Check the label for the exact protein per serving.
- How should I store it after opening?
- Keep it refrigerated and eat it within a few days of opening. Cottage cheese does not keep long once the seal is broken.
- Is it organic?
- Yes. Organic Valley is a certified organic dairy brand, and this cottage cheese is part of that line.
- Can I cook with it?
- Yes. It works in dips, pancakes and baked dishes, though full-fat cottage cheese can separate under high heat, so add it off the heat where possible.
- Does it contain added hormones?
- Organic Valley dairy comes from organic farms, which do not use synthetic growth hormones.
- Where is the Organic Valley, Cottage Cheese 4% Milkfat, 16 Oz cheapest?
- At Hudson Grocery Co-Op, for $7.49, as of our latest check.