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COTIJA CHEESE
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Cotija is one of Mexico’s most traditional and iconic cheeses. This firm, crumbly cheese is aged for three months, developing its characteristic salty profile with rich lipase and buttery notes, making it ideal for grating over traditional dishes.

queso COTIJA CHEESE

We are proud to bring authentic Mexican Cotija, crafted with our cheesemaking tradition, to the U.S.


Originating from the mountainous region of Michoacan, this cooked-curd, Grana-style cheese reflects generations of Mexican cheesemaking heritage.

AWARDS MEDALS
Silver Medal
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ALL ABOUT
COTIJA CHEESE
INGREDIENTS

Cow’s milk, cultures, enzymes, salt, and calcium chloride


Contains: MILK

SENSORY ANALYSIS

Texture: Grana Style, grainy, hard
Color: White
Aroma: Pungent
Flavor: Salty, lipase, butter

HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
  • Keep product refrigerated during transportation and storage
  • Store leftovers in Formaticum cheese paper
BEST BEFORE

365 days since manufacturing, refrigerated between 35 - 44.6 oF (2 - 7 oC)

PAIRING
  • Sweet or dessert wine
  • IPA beer
USAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
Crumbled
Crumbled
DISHES
Casseroles
Casseroles
Crumbled over roasted vegetables
Crumbled over roasted vegetables
Chilaquiles
Chilaquiles
CLAIMS
AVAILABLE SIZES
COTIJA CHEESE
Piece 7.2lb (3.26kg)
COTIJA CHEESE
Piece 28lb (12.7kg)

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