The health benefits of cheese
At Bel, health and nutrition are a top priority, and this is reflected in our range of cheese portions and ingredients.
Cheese is an excellent source of:
Dairy and milk products are one of the food groups that must be provided on the school menu as part of the government's food-based standards. The standard states that cakes and biscuits now have to be replaced with healthier alternatives and we can work closely with you to help you include cheese as part of your provision of a healthy and nutritious offering.
Did you know?
- A single Mini Babybel contains as much calcium as a glass of milk.
- Our new Cheese and Crackers Snack Pack provides a suitable savoury alternative for the end of the school meal that can be incorporated into the weekly menu cycles.
- Our range comes in individually wrapped, single serve portions making it easier for you to monitor how much of the recommended daily allowance you are providing.
- The Laughing Cow Light is suitable for vegetarians and children following a Halal diet.
Click here for advice on how to incorporate cheese into your menu
Become a Bel Cheese Academy Ambassador
If you've got any top tips or great ideas for using cheese in summer recipes, we'd love to hear from you. We are looking for ambassadors to join the Bel Cheese Academy and help us develop new recipe ideas and serving suggestions to make Bel cheese even more appealing to children. As a thank you for your ideas we'll send you a selection of free Bel cheese throughout the year to get your 'cheese taste buds' into action.
For more information on becoming a Bel Cheese Academy Ambassador Click here or call Natalie on 0208 256 1360.
