Colby-Jack

Colby-Jack
Other namesMarble jack, Co-Jack, Cojack
Country of originUnited States
Source of milkCow
PasteurisedYes
TextureSemi-hard
Aging time14 days
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Colby-Jack, or Co-jack/Cojack, is an American marble cheese made from Colby and Monterey Jack. It is classified as semi-hard in texture and is mild due to its two-week aging process. It is generally sold in a full-moon or a half-moon shape when it is young. The flavor of Colby-Jack is mild to mellow. Colby-Jack cheese is mainly produced in the states of Wisconsin and California. It is used in various dishes or as a topping to be melted. These dishes include burgers, pasta bakes, macaroni and cheese, casseroles and so on.