Details: 3 oz (about 1 cup) 24 oz (about 8 cups) Ingredients: Monterey Jack Cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt and enzymes) Rehydrating Instructions: Rehydrates in cool water in 12-15 minutes, hot water in 3-5 minutes or enjoy without rehydrating as a crunchy, tasty snack. Use 4 parts monterey jack to 1 part water. Storage & Shelf-life: Store in original container in a cool, dry location, for up to 12 months.

* 3oz of freeze dried Monterey Jack cheese is approximately equivalent to 12 oz (¾ lbs) of fresh Monterey Jack cheese.

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