cheddar or colby substitutes

3 substitutes · avg score 10.0 · A cheddar- or Colby-style cow's milk cheese — firm, mild to sharp, and well suited to shredding and melting. Used interchangeably in sandwiches, casseroles, tacos, and cheese sauces.

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01

Cheddar

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Direct match, sharper flavor

02

Colby

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Direct match, milder and creamier

03

Monterey Jack

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Great melt, mild flavor

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