Provolone
Also listed as Sliced Provolone and Provolone Cheese.
Dairy & Eggs
This is what the ingredient is.
Provolone is a mild to sharp Italian-style slicing cheese. Labels may say provolone or sliced provolone.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is melted on sandwiches, pizza, and antipasto plates.
Here is what food agencies say.
Cheese products fall under FDA dairy rules.
Here is what research has found.
Listeria and undeclared allergen issues can appear in sliced cheese recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Keep refrigerated. Check for lactose or dairy sensitivity.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/18/2026