Ingredient

Colby And Monterey Jack Cheese

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

This cheese blend is commonly used in a variety of dishes for its melting …

What it is

Colby and Monterey Jack are semi-hard cheeses made from cow's milk. Colby is known for its mild flavor and orange color, while Monterey Jack is milder and whiter. They are often blended together, creating a cheese with a balanced flavor and texture.

Why it's used

This cheese blend is commonly used in a variety of dishes for its melting properties and mild, appealing flavor. It's frequently found in shredded or sliced forms in products like pizzas, quesadillas, sandwiches, and snack packs.

Health notes

Colby and Monterey Jack cheese are considered safe and are a source of protein and calcium. The FDA considers cheese products like these to be generally recognized as safe (GRAS). While generally viewed as a nutritious food in moderation, like all dairy, they contain saturated fat and sodium. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated dairy products, but specific evaluations for Colby and Monterey Jack blends are not typically highlighted separately.

Allergen info

Colby and Monterey Jack cheese are derived from milk, which is one of the FDA's major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Colby And Monterey Jack Cheese

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Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Oven Roasted Turkey Half Sub Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 77% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 188kcal 16.9Protein 4.7Fat 18.8Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Roasted Turkey & Colby Jack Half Sub Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 71% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 184kcal 16.7Protein 5.6Fat 15.8Carbs Three Square Inc. Marble Jack Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 357kcal 21.4Protein 32.1Fat 7.1Carbs

Milton G. Waldbaum Company Crystal Farms, Marble Jack Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 357kcal 21.4Protein 32.1Fat 7.1Carbs Borden, Inc. Borden, Good 2 Gether, Colby Jack Cheese With Pretzels Cheese High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 386kcal 19.3Protein 21.1Fat 33.3Carbs

Hy-Vee, Inc. Colby Jack Deli Style Cheese Slices, Colby Jack Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 348kcal 21.7Protein 30.4Fat 0Carbs

Milton G. Waldbaum Company Marble Jack Natural Cheese, Marble Jack Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 385kcal 23.1Protein 30.8Fat 7.7Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Fruit & Cheese Lunch Snacks & Combinations High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 220kcal 7.9Protein 13.6Fat 18.1Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Sliced Colby Jack Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 348kcal 21.7Protein 30.4Fat 0Carbs Old Fashioned Foods, Inc. Burger Slices Co-Jack Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 3.6Carbs Milton G. Waldbaum Company Finely Shredded Marble Jack Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 385kcal 23.1Protein 30.8Fat 7.7Carbs

Milton G. Waldbaum Company Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 393kcal 21.4Protein 32.1Fat 7.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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