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Cacique Ranchero Queso Fresco Cheese - 10oz - 2 of 4Cacique Ranchero Queso Fresco Cheese - 10oz - 3 of 4Cacique Ranchero Queso Fresco Cheese - 10oz - 4 of 4
Cacique Ranchero Queso Fresco Cheese - 10oz - 1 of 4

Cacique Ranchero Queso Fresco Cheese - 10oz

$3.19 ($0.32/ounce)

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About this item

Highlights

  • Ranchero Queso Fresco - 10oz
  • A soft, moist cheese, curd-style fresh cheese
  • Made with Grade A Milk
  • Made with milk from cows
  • Gluten Free

Description

Queso fresco or "fresh cheese" is the quintessential embodiment of Mexican cheese.  Traditionally made from raw cow's milk, ranchers wake early each day to begin the process of making queso fresco. Ranchero Queso Fresco is a soft, moist, curd-style fresh cheese that's bright, creamy, and pleasantly milky. Cacique Queso Fresco is made from pure cow's milk and not aged more than a few days.

Serving Size: 1 ounce

Serving Per Container: 10

Amount 1 oz (1 inch cube) 28g):

Calories: 80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6grm8%
Saturated Fat 4grm20%
Trans Fat 0grm0%
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 200mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 0grm0%
Dietary Fiber 0grm0%
Total Sugars 0grm0%
Added Sugars 0grm0%
Protein 6grm0%
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 117mg10%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 28mg0%
* Percentage of Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Ingredients:

cultured pasteurized grade a milk and skim milk, sea salt, and enzymes.

Allergens & Warnings:

Contains: milk.
Contains: Milk
State of Readiness: Ready to Eat
Form: Spread
Features: All Natural
Dietary Needs: Pasteurized
Package Quantity: 1
Net weight: 10 Ounces
Country of Origin: United States
TCIN: 15013923
UPC: 074562001003
Item Number (DPCI): 284-11-0403
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 1.5 inches length x 4.68 inches width x 5.2 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.63 pounds

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Q: Is this similar to Indian paneer?

submitted by R - 6 years ago
  • A: Hi, It's has some resemblance to Indian Cheese, like the softness, doesn't melt, and it's made with whole milk. Ranchero? Queso Fresco is a soft, moist, curd-style fresh cheese that?s bright, creamy, and pleasantly milky. Very clean with 3 ingredients. Hope this helps.

    submitted byLove Mexican Food - 6 years ago
  • A: HI, It's has some resemblance to Indian Cheese, like the softness, doesn't melt, and it's made with whole milk. Ranchero? Queso Fresco is a soft, moist, curd-style fresh cheese that?s bright, creamy, and pleasantly milky. Very clean with 3 ingredients. Hope this helps. :-)

    submitted byLove Mexican Food - 6 years ago
  • A: Hi, It's has some resemblance to Indian Cheese, like the softness, doesn't melt, and it's made with whole milk. Ranchero? Queso Fresco is a soft, moist, curd-style fresh cheese that?s bright, creamy, and pleasantly milky. Very clean with 3 ingredients. Hope this helps. :-) Love Mexican Food

    submitted byLove Mexican Food - 6 years ago
  • A: Hi, It's has some resemblance to Indian Cheese, like the softness, doesn't melt, and it's made with whole milk. Ranchero Queso Fresco is soft, moist, curd-style fresh cheese that is creamy and pleasantly milky. A lot of hot dishes have this as a topping as well as salads. Hope this helps.

    submitted byLove Mexican Food - 6 years ago
  • A: Hi, thanks for inquiring about Cacique Cheese! Our Queso Fresco is a soft, moist, crumbly fresh cheese that’s bright, creamy, and pleasantly milky. It’s ideal for crumbling over soups, salads, tacos, enchiladas, refried beans, and chilaquiles. Paneer shares many of the same characteristics as it is also a soft, fresh, non-melting cheese but has a tighter knit texture.

    submitted byCacique Cheese - 6 years ago

Q: What is the difference between regular queso fresco and ‘ranchero’ queso fresco?

submitted by D B - 4 months ago
  • A: This has a little less fat and the texture is a bit different. That's all.

    submitted byMandy - 21 days ago

Q: It’s vegetarian ,which type of enzymes used.

submitted by Saim - 5 years ago
  • A: Thank you for using our product! The enzymes that we use in our Ranchero Queso Fresco are proprietary microbial enzymes

    submitted byCacique Cheese - 5 years ago

Q: Does it melt for cheese dip?

submitted by Ashley Middz - 10 months ago

Q: is this like cotija cheese? I need it for a recipe

submitted by Cindi - 1 year ago

Additional product information and recommendations

Guests are saying

This cheese is a favorite among guests for its delicious flavor and versatility in various dishes. Many appreciate its fresh quality, making it ideal for tacos, enchiladas, and nachos. While some guests noted saltiness, the overall consensus is that it crumbles well and enhances the taste of meals. It's a staple in many households, especially for those who enjoy Mexican cuisine, and is praised for its authentic taste.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    4.7 out of 5 stars with 862 reviews
    quality: 4.55 out of 5
    taste: 4.41 out of 5
    value: 4.38 out of 5
    89% would recommend
    29 recommendations
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    10 March, 2026

    what's it like.?

    delicious and fresh
    Mom with a mission
    quality: 5 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    11 February, 2026Verified purchase

    Yummy cheese!

    Best Spanish cheese and I love that target offers this option. Easy to crumble for tostadas as well.
    Nay
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    18 December, 2025Verified purchase

    thank you very much for fallow my instructions.

    the person who helped me to pick the item did a good job.
    No need
    quality: 5 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    23 October, 2025

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    I did a drive up and my cheese was open
    Melissa
    quality: 1 out of 5
    taste: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    30 September, 2025

    Terrible cheese. Do not waste your money

    My cheese is not yet expired and package has inflated. This is 3rd time that it happens. Do not waste your money on this cheese.
    Erika
    quality: 1 out of 5
    taste: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    25 September, 2025Verified purchase

    So Good

    Love this cheese on my tacos and fajitas. Always super fresh with lots of flavor.
    Brooklyn
    quality: 5 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    12 August, 2025Verified purchase

    Grateful

    🥰 , I ❤️ Qacique all brands are amazing… soft cheese complements all savory flavors; SO GOOD ❣️😊 Thank You so much Target 🎯 You are one of my favorite friendly , neighborhood groceries and so much more Awesomeness Store . You and your professional associates always meet my needs . Thank You 🙏 Target 🎯
    Evergreen
    quality: 5 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    1 July, 2025Verified purchase

    The best, idk why Target has stopped carrying

    My favorite cheese to add to any Mexican inspired dishes such as thinga, enchiladas & tacos, etc. Target has unfortunately removed this product from their inventory in stores & online :((((( it is a sad day. I guess I will have to give my money to another retailer that carries this…
    Kiara
    quality: 5 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    8 April, 2025Verified purchase

    try this

    My first time trying this cheese from here I usually buy from my local carniceria but i was short on time the quality was great and i will buy again
    Raiderette
    quality: 5 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    7 March, 2025Verified purchase

    Yummmm

    The Best cheese, so good on tacos, beans, burritos or by itself!
    Bethany
    quality: 5 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    13 February, 2025Verified purchase

    YUM!

    Tried this cheese for the first time making nachos for the Super Bowl. It has a mild salty taste that was just perfect. We loaded it on nachos and then later burritos! It's more of a cheese that you finish a dish with by sprinkling it on top in my opinion.
    LS
    quality: 5 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    5 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    7 January, 2025Verified purchase

    Love love my fav keso freso.

    I love this cheesecake it's soft and tasty.
    SH
    quality: 5 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    2 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    17 April, 2024Verified purchase

    Best queso fresco

    This is the only brand queso fresco I love! Never knew Target sold it until this trip and I’m so happy!
    TeeM92
    taste: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    7 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    14 April, 2024

    Perfection

    This cheese is a Household item in Mexican American families. Perfect to crumble/shred on top of Tacos Dorados, Enchiladas, Chilaquiles, Calabasitas, etc. It’s salty but not over the top. Maybe it you aren’t used to eating Queso Fresco.
    Mike
    taste: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    10 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    8 November, 2023Verified purchase

    Love this cheese

    I love this cheese it so soft!
    Mary
    quality: 5 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    3 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    27 June, 2023

    Delicious addition to tacos

    So delicious on tacos! I didn’t find it salty at all. They serve cheese like this at our favorite Mexican restaurant and my husband always loves the cheese!
    Angie B
    value: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
    11 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    30 April, 2023Verified purchase

    Cheese

    Very good item and the gentleman that brought it out was very kind
    Dog
    quality: 5 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    25 April, 2023Verified purchase

    It's really good

    I love queso fresco just to snack on. This is my favorite brand but I do have to say that it's a little on the salty side but I like it that way. Maybe if you crumble it on top of tacos or a caserole you won't find it salty but if you eat it straight from the package, it can be a little salty. Other than that, it's perfect. It crumbles nicely too.
    DAL
    quality: 5 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    6 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    7 March, 2023Verified purchase

    Great choice

    The cheese was fresh and priced reasonably.
    Mia
    taste: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    9 January, 2023

    Cheese

    The cheese had a great taste. The taste was like fresh homemade cheese not all milky
    Cheese
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