Ingredient

Manchego Cheese

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manchego is often enjoyed on its own or as part of a cheese board. …

What it is

Manchego is a firm, pressed cheese made in the La Mancha region of Spain from the milk of Manchega sheep. It is aged for a minimum of 60 days and up to two years. The cheese has a distinctive herringbone pattern on the rind, created by traditional esparto grass molds.

Why it's used

Manchego is often enjoyed on its own or as part of a cheese board. In packaged foods, it can add a nutty, slightly salty flavor to dishes like pasta sauces, tamales, and appetizers. It is also used in some dips and spreads.

Health notes

Manchego cheese is a natural food product and is not subject to FDA additive regulations. It is a source of protein, calcium, and other nutrients. Like all dairy products, it contains saturated fat and cholesterol. The WHO/IARC has not classified Manchego cheese.

Allergen info

Manchego cheese is derived from sheep's milk, which is one of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Manchego Cheese

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H E Butt Grocery Company Pasta Sauce, Tomatoes, Mango, And Cotija Cheese Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 64kcal 3.2Protein 2.4Fat 7.2Carbs Granny's Antique Crafts Olives Stuffed With Manchego Cheese Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 100kcal 0Protein 10Fat 6.7Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Veggie Tamales Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 235kcal 5.9Protein 13.5Fat 24.1Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Veggie Tamale Meal, Veggie Tamale Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 146kcal 4.7Protein 6.8Fat 17.4Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Veggie Tamale Meal Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 153kcal 4.7Protein 7.5Fat 17.6Carbs

Urban Accents, Incorporated Manchego & Roasted Garlic Veggie Roaster Seasoning Blend Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 90.9Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Manchego Croquettes Spanish Inspired A Creamy Blend Of Manchego And Mozzarella Cheeses Flavored With Serrano Ham, Manchego Croquettes Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 224kcal 10.6Protein 12.9Fat 17.6Carbs Granny's Antique Crafts Olives Stuffed With Natural Red Pepper Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 100kcal 0Protein 10Fat 6.7Carbs Los Altos Food Products Inc. Manchego Rallado Queso Whole Milk Cheese, Manchego Rallado Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 357kcal 21.4Protein 28.6Fat 3.6Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Spanish-Style Manchego Cheese And Chorizo In A Savory Pastry Dough, Manchego & Chorizo Empanadas Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 286kcal 8.8Protein 14.3Fat 29.7Carbs Sargento Foods Inc Authentic Mexican Queso Quesadilla, Asadero, Queso Gallego, Manchego & Anejo Enchilado Fine Cut Shredded Natural Cheeses, Authentic Mexican Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 7.1Carbs Quirch Foods Company Manchego Cheese Croquettes Croquetas, Manchego Cheese Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 261kcal 8.7Protein 13.0Fat 28.3Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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