DeLallo Pepper Jack Cheese Wedge is a popular entertaining cheese with a lovable fiery flair. We spice up our mild, buttery Monterey Jack Cheese with colorful jalapeño peppers for an irresistibly creamy contrast of flavors. More than a cheese board feature, Pepper Jack melts easily and shines in a number of everyday creations, including Mexican and Tex-Mex recipes.
- Mild, buttery Monterey Jack cheese.
- Studded with fiery jalapeño peppers.
- Delicious contrast of creamy and spicy flavors.
- Superstar snacking and entertaining cheese.
- Versatile ingredient; excellent meltability.
- Vegetarian.
- Non GMO.
- Gluten free.
Kitchen and Usage Tips:
Pepper Jack cheese is an eye-catching cheese with a bold flavor that makes it great for cheese plates and charcuterie boards. Because it melts easily, Pepper Jack is a versatile cheese that shines in a number of everyday recipes. Try it on burgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, wraps and paninis. Pepper Jack is the perfect cheese for using in classic Tex-Mex dishes like quesadillas, tacos, nachos and burritos. Use it as a shredded cheese on salads, pasta salads, pizzas and more.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is Pepper Jack cheese?
Pepper Jack cheese is the semi-soft cow’s milk cheese known as Monterey Jack cheese that has been infused with spicy peppers—such as jalapeño peppers, habanero peppers, red chili peppers, etc. Originating in the United States and popular in Tex-Mex dishes, Pepper Jack cheese is buttery and mild with a pronounced spiciness. Its texture is smooth and creamy. Pepper Jack melts easily making it great for kitchen creations.
What does Pepper Jack cheese taste like?
Pepper Jack cheese is creamy and buttery with a pronounced kick from the presence of hot peppers.
Is Pepper Jack cheese spicy?
The spiciness of Pepper Jack cheese can vary depending on the amount and type of peppers used. The mild milky cheese is great at taming the heat. It’s a beautiful contrast!
What is the difference between Pepper Jack cheese and cheddar cheese?
Pepper Jack cheese and Cheddar cheese are two different cheeses. Pepper Jack is Monterey Jack cheese that has been studded with spicy peppers. It is white, buttery and creamy. The typical Cheddar is orange in color with a dense, smooth texture. It is more sharp and rich than Pepper Jack, and it lacks any heat.
How do I use Pepper Jack cheese?
Pepper Jack cheese melts easily making it an excellent cheese for grilled cheese sandwiches, macaroni and cheese dishes, burgers, baked chicken dishes and paninis. Pepper Jack is an iconic cheese for Tex Mex recipes like quesadillas, burritos, tacos and nachos. Try it shredded or grated on salads, pasta salads, pizzas and more.