Ingredient

Monterey Jack-colby Cheese

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use Monterey Jack-Colby cheese for its meltability and mild flavor. It is commonly …

What it is

Monterey Jack-Colby is a semi-hard, mild-tasting cheese made from cow's milk. It is a hybrid cheese, combining the characteristics of Monterey Jack and Colby cheeses. The cheese is typically orange or yellow due to the addition of annatto, a natural coloring agent.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use Monterey Jack-Colby cheese for its meltability and mild flavor. It is commonly found in processed foods like cheese sauces, snack mixes, and pre-packaged meals. It is also popular in Mexican-inspired dishes, sandwiches, and as a topping for baked goods.

Health notes

Monterey Jack-Colby cheese is a source of protein and calcium. Like all dairy products, it contains saturated fat and cholesterol. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers cheese to be a safe food product. International bodies like the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated cheese products, but specific evaluations for this hybrid cheese are not widely published.

Allergen info

Monterey Jack-Colby cheese is derived from milk, which is one of the FDA's nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Monterey Jack-colby Cheese

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Ready Pac Produce, Inc. Salad Kit With Grilled Chicken Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 180kcal 12Protein 11Fat 5Carbs Ready Pac Produce, Inc. Wrap Kit, Turkey Avocado Ranch Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 186kcal 7.7Protein 9.6Fat 16.7Carbs Santa Fe Style Bed Of Crisp Romaine Lettuce, White Meat Chicken, Roasted Corn, Monterey Jack-Colby Cheese With Tortilla Chips And Salsa Ranch Dressing, Santa Fe Style Ready Pac Produce, Inc. Santa Fe Style Bed Of Crisp Romaine Lettuce, White Meat Chicken, Roasted Corn, Monterey Jack-Colby Cheese With Tortilla Chips And Salsa Ranch Dressing, Santa Fe Style Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 153kcal 5.7Protein 10.7Fat 9.0Carbs Ready Pac Produce, Inc. Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap Kit Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 195kcal 8.7Protein 9.4Fat 18.8Carbs Spinach Dijon Baby Spinach, Hard- Boiled Egg, Almonds, Dried Cranberries, Jack-Colby Cheese With Crispy Noodles, Sweet Onion Dijon Vinaigrette, Spinach Dijon Ready Pac Produce, Inc. Spinach Dijon Baby Spinach, Hard- Boiled Egg, Almonds, Dried Cranberries, Jack-Colby Cheese With Crispy Noodles, Sweet Onion Dijon Vinaigrette, Spinach Dijon Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 215kcal 7.4Protein 14.1Fat 14.8Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Sweet Baby Spinach, Egg, Almonds, Dried Cranberries, Monterey Jack-Colby Cheese, Crispy Noodles, And Sweet Onion Dijon Vinaigrette Salad Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 215kcal 7.4Protein 14.1Fat 14.8Carbs Safeway, Inc. Cobb With Chicken And Bacon Spring Mix, White Meat Chicken, Eggs, Monterey Jack-Colby Cheese, Olives, And Bacon With A Bleu Cheese Vinaigrette Salad, Cobb With Chicken And Bacon Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 141kcal 8.4Protein 10.6Fat 4.2Carbs Safeway, Inc. Chef Salad Spring Mix, Smoked Turkey, Smoked Ham, Eggs, Olives, Monterey Jack-Colby Cheese, Carrots With A Ranch Dressing, Chef Salad Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 150kcal 8Protein 11Fat 6Carbs Safeway, Inc. Cobb Salad With Chicken And Bacon Spring Mix, White Meat Chicken, Eggs, Olives, Bacon, Monterey Jack-Colby Cheese, Carrots With A Bleu Cheese Dressing, Cobb Salad With Chicken And Bacon Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 180kcal 11Protein 12Fat 4Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Spinach Dijon Salad Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 207kcal 7.4Protein 14.1Fat 14.8Carbs Safeway, Inc. Jalapeno Ranch Salad With Beef, Jalapeno Ranch Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 120kcal 6Protein 9Fat 5Carbs Safeway, Inc. Salad With Chicken & Bacon Romaine Lettuce, Grape Tomatoes, White Meat Chicken, Monterey Jack-Colby Cheese, Bacon With An Avocado Dressing, Salad With Chicken & Bacon Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 140kcal 7Protein 11Fat 3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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