Question: is colby jack cheese processed?
Answer: Colby is similar to Cheddar, but does not undergo the cheddaring process. Colby is a softer, moister, and milder cheese than Cheddar because it is produced through a washed-curd process. Colby is considered semi-hard. ... Monterey Jack cheese is produced almost identically as Colby, but is uncolored and softer.