Thursday, March 31, 2011

Different Uses for Colby-Jack Cheese


Every cheese has its own unique flavor and texture. Some cheese is smooth, while others may have holes, are bumpy and you will find some cheese that is creamy or has spicy flavor. Colby jack cheese is made up of Colby and Monterey Jack cheese. This cheese is very high in Calcium and is usually high in saturated fat, but you will be able to purchase Colby jack shredded low fat cheese, if you are watching your fat intake.
There are many different ways that you can buy Colby jack cheese. The most popular way is in either a half moon, or full moon chunk. It is sold when the cheese is still moderately young. This way you get a mild flavor, and you’re able to taste both the Colby and Monterey jack cheese. 

When it comes to eating this delectable cheese, you will find that the most popular ways to serve it are:   in a cheese tray, chunked in a salad, in slices on sandwiches, and melted to be put on casserole or in soups. You will also see a lot of use of Colby jack in Mexican dishes because it has a very versatile flavor.
If you have never bought Colby jack cheese you should know what it looks like so you know what you are looking for. Colby jack cheese is shiny with a yellow and white marble look. When you pick up the cheese you will notice that it is a semi hard cheese meaning that it’s solid but when your press your finger to it, it will have some give. Colby jack cheese has a pleasing look and is nice to use in a cheese tray. Almost everyone that enjoys eating cheese will like the taste and texture of Colby jack cheese

When you are looking to buy this cheese look for Sargento brand, the main reason for this is because you will be able to find many Sargento coupons online and in the paper. And with today’s economy everyone is looking for a way to save a few pennies. Sargento is also a very popular brand and you should have no problem finding it in any store near you.
If you are using this cheese in a dish that you are making, you will find that it melts nicely, and when it starts to cool the cheese has a stringy pull to it. The cheese itself has a creamy texture whether it has been melted or not. Colby jack cheese can last for a long period of time as long as your keep it in the refrigerator. Colby jack is also a cheese that can be frozen and you don’t have to worry about the cheese losing its taste.

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