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Colby and Monterey Jack cheese

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Common questions

Is Colby and Monterey Jack cheese healthy?

Colby and Monterey Jack cheese scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cheese product contains high-quality Colby and Monterey Jack cheeses, which are good sources of protein and calcium.

How processed is Colby and Monterey Jack cheese?

Colby and Monterey Jack cheese is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Colby and Monterey Jack cheese's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Colby Cheese, Monterey Jack Cheese count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Colby and Monterey Jack cheese

H-E-B
70 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by H-E-B
Category Cheese
Summary

This cheese product contains high-quality Colby and Monterey Jack cheeses, which are good sources of protein and calcium. However, the presence of an anti-caking blend indicates a higher level of processing, which slightly reduces its overall healthiness. Despite this, the product maintains a relatively clean ingredient list without harmful additives, allowing it to score well within its category.

Key ingredients 4

Colby Cheese
Good

Colby cheese is made from pasteurized milk and provides high-quality protein and calcium, making it a nutritious dairy option.

Monterey Jack Cheese
Good

Monterey Jack cheese is a good source of calcium and protein, contributing to bone health and muscle function.

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Anti-Caking Blend
Neutral

The anti-caking blend is used to prevent clumping and does not significantly impact nutritional value.

Calcium
Neutral

Calcium is added to support bone strength and overall mineral balance without affecting taste or safety.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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