Colby Cheddar

An American Cheese, Colby is known for its mild, tender flavor. It is compared to Cheddar, but is softer, more creamy and more open, Colby is an original American cheese. Smooth flavor and is good for both cooking and eating plain.

Serve with: Red wines, Port, beer and apple cider, apples, pears, mushrooms, tomatoes, pumpernickel and rye breads

	Milk Used	Aging Period	Color	Texture	Flavor	Purchase Unit
Colby Cheese USA	Cow's milk	1 to 3 months	White to yellowish orange	Firm, but softer than cheddar	Mild	Unit: Pie-shaped wedges, cylinders

Milkfat in solids:	50.0% minimum
Moisture	40.0% maximum

Uses: Sandwiches, snacks, cheeseburgers