Provell cheese was developed in the late 1950s to cater to the consumers’ demand for a type of cheese that maintained its consistency when used as pizza topping. Prior to the development of Provell cheese, when mozzarella was most commonly used, long cheese strings often created quite a mess for the pizza lover. Provell brand cheese is a commonly used topping for a St. Louis-style pizza, and rarely found outside of the St. Louis area. Provell is a unique blend of three different kinds of cheeses: cheddar, swiss and provolone. Provell cheese makes a clean and delicious pizza topping, contributing a unique smoky flavor to a pizza. The name Provell was derived from the combination of provolone and mozzarella, two of the most popular pizza toppings for which Provell cheese is often substituted.

Although the Food and Drug Administration does not consider Provell a cheese because of its low moisture content, Provell is widely referred to as a pasteurized processed cheese. Fans of Provell cheese enjoy its mildly smoked flavor, as well as the fact that it maintains its consistency at room temperature, and develops a soft, buttery texture when heated. Because of its unique and delicious flavor, Provell cheese is also used as a topping on sandwiches, chicken, and salad dishes. Pizza lovers can purchase Provell cheese online, where it is available in five-pound blocks, as well as in eight-ounce packets, shredded.

The trademark for Provell cheese is currently owned by Churny Company Inc. Make sure you choose Provell cheese the next time you are looking for a pizza topping that’s as delicious as it is easy to eat and enjoy!

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