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Monterey Jack

American  

noun

  1. a mild, moist cheddar, made from whole, skimmed, or partially skimmed milk: first made in Monterey County, California.


Etymology

Origin of Monterey Jack

An Americanism dating back to 1945–50

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Lately, cooking with my guy, I’ll fill mine with roasted kabocha squash and Monterey Jack, covered with a light salsa roja and served under a slightly crisped egg.

From New York Times Apr. 27, 2022

We think not, at least when it comes to these Buffalo-Style Chicken Poppers that boast grilled and diced white meat with cream cheese, fontina, cheddar, and Monterey Jack.

From Salon Mar. 24, 2022

For the filling, they sauté sliced onion with garlic, cumin, and chili powder, then stir in shredded cooked turkey, corn, green chiles, Monterey Jack cheese, and enchilada sauce.

From Seattle Times Nov. 26, 2021

Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, 505SW Flame Roasted Green Chile, lime juice and zest, and Monterey Jack cheese and stir over low heat until melted.

From Fox News Jul. 24, 2021

Midnight snack is Wheat Thins and Monterey Jack, accompanied by cheap white wine on ice and whatever AMC has to offer.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich

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