DeLallo Colby Cheese is an iconic American classic with a distinct orange hue that is known as a “Wisconsin cheese,” as this is where it was born.  It is prized for its soft, creamy texture and mild, slightly nutty flavor. Colby’s mild presence and exquisite meltability make it a versatile cheese in the kitchen. Serve it cubed or sliced on cheese boards alongside fresh fruit like pears and apples, top a burger or use it in your next recipe.

• The iconic “American cheese.”
• Distinct orange color with a mild, slightly nutty flavor.
• Irresistibly snappy in texture with a creamy bite.
• Popular cheese for cheese boards and charcuterie plates.
• Superior meltability in kitchen creations.
• Non GMO.
• Vegetarian.
• Gluten free.
• No preservatives.

Kitchen and Usage Tips:

Colby Cheese is a popular cheese to feature paired up with cured meats, fruits, nuts and crackers on cheese boards and charcuterie plates. Colby truly shines in the kitchen as a superb melting cheese for everything from grilled cheese sandwiches and quesadillas to baked pasta, cheese soups and more.

Pairs well with Pinot Grigio and Riesling.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is colby cheese?

Colby cheese is a semi-hard cow’s milk cheese with a distinct orange hue. It is named for its birthplace of Colby, Wisconsin, where it was first developed in the late 1800s. This Wisconsin cheese is very mellow with a slightly nutty flavor. Dense with an open texture and a creamy bite, Colby cheese melts beautifully, making it a great cheese for cooking and baking.

What does Colby cheese taste like?

Colby cheese has a mild, slightly nutty flavor reminiscent of a mild Cheddar cheese, but Colby is less sharp and tangy.

What is the difference between Colby cheese and Colby Jack cheese?

Colby Jack Cheese is a blend of Colby and Monterey Jack cheeses known for its white and orange marbled presentation. Monterey Jack is a mild white cheese, which makes Colby Jack even more mild and delicate in flavor.

What is the difference between Colby cheese and Cheddar cheese?

Colby is an American cheese that is milder and more delicate than England’s Cheddar cheese. During the cheesemaking process, Colby’s curds are rinsed with cold water before pressing, resulting in a lower acidity and a softer more elastic cheese (with a higher moisture content and open texture).

How do I use colby cheese?

Colby cheese can be enjoyed cubed or sliced as a mild cheese for sandwiches and cheese boards, or melted as a tasty addition to burgers, macaroni and cheese recipes, queso dips, casseroles, Mexican dishes and more.