Monterey Jack Cheese

Categories: Food | Dairy | Food & Drink
    • Origin: Monterey, California
    • Made from cow's milk
    • Aged from one month to 6 months
    • Other versions: Colby Jack, Pepper Jack, Dry Jack
    • Low content of the compound tyramine which causes headaches
  • Monterey Jack cheese is an American semi-hard cheese. It is mild in flavor and used in sandwiches, salads, and Mexican dishes such as quesadillas or nachos.
  • History

    Monterey jack was made in the 1800s by Franciscan monks, but was eventually marketed by a businessman and dairy owner named David Jack. The cheese then became known as "Jack's Cheese" or "Monterey Jack".
  • Types of Jack Cheese

    1. Pepper Jack
    2. Jalapeno Jack
    3. Pesto Jack
    4. Onion Jack
    5. Garlic Jack
    6. Dry Jack
    7. Colby Jack
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