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Monterey cheese
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 373 kcal —
- Protein 24 g 49%
- Carbohydrate 0.7 g 0%
- Fat 30 g 39%
- Saturated fat 19 g 95%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0.5 g —
- Sodium 600 mg 26%
- Cholesterol 89 mg 30%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 198 µg 22%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.6 µg 3%
- Vitamin E 0.26 mg 2%
- Vitamin K 2.5 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.02 mg 1%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.39 mg 30%
- Niacin (B3) 0.09 mg 1%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.21 mg 4%
- Vitamin B6 0.08 mg 5%
- Folate (B9) 18 µg 5%
- Vitamin B12 0.83 µg 35%
- Choline 15.4 mg 3%
Minerals
- Calcium 746 mg 57%
- Iron 0.72 mg 4%
- Magnesium 27 mg 6%
- Phosphorus 444 mg 36%
- Potassium 81 mg 2%
- Zinc 3 mg 27%
- Copper 0.03 mg 4%
- Manganese 0.01 mg 0%
- Selenium 14.5 µg 26%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 373 | 25 g | 0.7 g | 30 g |
| 1 × cup, diced | 132 g | 492 | 32 g | 0.9 g | 40 g |
| 1 × cup, shredded | 113 g | 421 | 28 g | 0.8 g | 34 g |
| 1 × oz | 28.4 g | 106 | 6.9 g | 0.2 g | 8.6 g |
| 1 × cubic inch | 17 g | 63 | 4.2 g | 0.1 g | 5.1 g |
| 1 × slice (1 oz) | 28 g | 104 | 6.9 g | 0.2 g | 8.5 g |
| 1 × package (6 oz) | 170 g | 634 | 42 g | 1.2 g | 52 g |
| 2 × cup, diced | 264 g | 985 | 65 g | 1.8 g | 80 g |
| ½ × cup, diced | 66 g | 246 | 16 g | 0.4 g | 20 g |
| 3 × cup, diced | 396 g | 1477 | 97 g | 2.7 g | 120 g |
| 4 × cup, diced | 528 g | 1969 | 129 g | 3.6 g | 160 g |
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Questions about Monterey cheese
What does Monterey cheese taste like?
It is mild, creamy and slightly buttery, with a smooth texture and no strong tang. Younger cheese is softer and milder; aged versions taste firmer and more savoury.
Does Monterey cheese melt well?
Yes. Grate it or slice it thinly, then melt it over low to medium heat; high heat can make the fat separate. It works especially well in quesadillas, nachos and toasted sandwiches.
How should you store Monterey cheese after opening?
Wrap it snugly in waxed paper or baking paper, then place it in a sealed container in the fridge. Keep shredded cheese sealed and use it within a few days of opening; discard it if it develops an unusual smell or texture.
Can you freeze Monterey cheese?
You can, but freezing may make it crumbly once thawed. Grate it first, freeze it in a sealed bag, and use it straight from frozen in cooked dishes rather than serving it on a cheeseboard.
What can you use instead of Monterey cheese?
Monterey Jack is the closest substitute and melts in much the same way. For a stronger flavour, use mild Cheddar; for a stretchy melt, use mozzarella.
Is Monterey cheese the same as Monterey Jack?
Monterey cheese is often used as a shortened name for Monterey Jack, the mild, semi-firm cheese. Check the name on the pack, as “Monterey” alone can also be used less precisely.
How much calcium is in a slice of Monterey cheese?
A 28 g slice provides 209 mg of calcium. Monterey cheese is also a source of phosphorus.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 170844 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
