Quesos Navarro Queso Fresco
- Pasteurized
- Microbial Rennet
- Cow Milk
- by Quesos Navarro
- Mexico
- ApproachableAdventurous
- SoftHard
Bright, milky, and lightly tangy, Quesos Navarro’s Queso Fresco is made the same way it has been for centuries. This authentic fresh cheese from Jalisco crumbles easily over tacos, beans, or roasted vegetables, adding creamy-cool contrast to every bite. Pair it with Capitana Mexican-Style Chili Crunch with Figs for a touch of heat and texture.
“My mom used to crumble queso fresco over everything from beans to mango slices. Navarro’s version tastes like what I remember: fresh, creamy, and just a little bit salty.”
- Quesos Navarro Queso Fresco is crafted in Tepatitlán, Jalisco, from whole cow’s milk, using a traditional recipe that has remained virtually unchanged for centuries.
- The name “queso fresco” translates to fresh cheese, referring to its unaged style and bright, lactic flavor.
- The curds are lightly pressed to form a moist, crumbly texture that softens without melting, making it ideal for crumbling over hot dishes or folding into salads and dips.
- This cheese provides a cooling balance to spicy flavors and can also be enjoyed simply on toast with honey or fresh fruit.
- Founded in Los Altos de Jalisco in Mexico in 1961, Quesos Navarro has spent over six decades perfecting authentic Mexican cheesemaking.
- All Navarro cheeses are made with pasteurized whole cow’s milk using traditional methods that highlight freshness and purity of flavor.
- The creamery is family-owned and renowned for its award-winning quality and mastery of regional Mexican styles.
- By combining heritage techniques with modern consistency, Navarro brings the true taste of Jalisco’s dairy heartland to tables worldwide.
While harder cheeses can stay fresh for up to two to three weeks when wrapped tightly and unopened, fresh style cheeses are best consumed within a few days. The best thing to do is to keep the cheese in one of your refrigerator drawers or the vegetable bin; this will help to keep your cheese from drying out. If your cheese is packed in olive oil or brine, store any leftovers in the liquid and follow package instructions. All cheeses and meats are perishables—by definition they degrade over time—so we encourage our customers to enjoy the cheese while it's in peak condition!
