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Monterey Jack Cheese

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monterey jack cheese

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A (Animal product)
  • Primary Cuisine American, Mexican
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Cow's milk

¿Qué es Monterey Jack Cheese?

A semi-hard American cheese with a mild, buttery flavor and excellent melting properties, often used in Mexican cuisine.

"The quintessential American melting cheese, prized for its versatility and smooth finish in dishes."

¿A qué sabe Monterey Jack Cheese?

Mild, creamy, slightly tangy, buttery

Taste
Mild, Buttery, Creamy
Texture
Semi-hard, Smooth, Very Melty
Aroma
Milky, Mildly Nutty
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Key Nutrient

Calcium, Protein

Melting Point

~150-160°F (65-71°C)

Shelf Life (Opened)

3-4 weeks (refrigerated)

Información Nutricional

Per 28g (1 slice)
Calories373 kcal
Total Fat30.5g
Saturated Fat19.3g
Trans Fat1.4g
Cholesterol91mg
Protein24.3g
Total Carbohydrate1.8g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars0.5g
Calcium742mg
Iron0.2mg
Potassium70mg

El Secreto del Chef

For smooth, even melting, allow Monterey Jack to come to room temperature before grating or adding to hot dishes.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Monterey Jack Cheese

El mejor sustituto para Monterey Jack Cheese es Colby Jack, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Very similar mild flavor and excellent melting characteristics.

Sustitutos para Monterey Jack Cheese con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Colby Jack Mejor 1:1 Very similar mild flavor and excellent melting characteristics.
Mild Cheddar 1:1 Good melting, slightly tangier flavor.
Queso Oaxaca 1:1 Excellent stringy melt, very mild flavor, traditional for Mexican dishes.
Provolone Cheese 1:1 Good melt, slightly more pronounced flavor.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Monterey Jack Cheese

Look for firm, uniform blocks or pre-shredded bags without excess moisture.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Monterey Jack Cheese?

  • Tacos
  • Quesadillas
  • Burgers
  • Nachos
  • Sandwiches

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Monterey Jack Cheese?

Mild, creamy, slightly tangy, buttery Milky, Mildly Nutty

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Monterey Jack Cheese?

El mejor sustituto es Colby Jack (1:1). Very similar mild flavor and excellent melting characteristics.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Monterey Jack Cheese?

Look for firm, uniform blocks or pre-shredded bags without excess moisture.

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