Monterey Jack

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of Monterey Jack¹

An Americanism dating back to 1945–50

Example Sentences

His own P3 Protein Pack — cubes of applewood-smoked turkey breast, marbled Colby and Monterey Jack cheese, and almonds — is the official protein snack of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

From Washington Post

For cheese options, you could go with any easily meltable variety such as fontina, mozzarella, cheddar or Monterey Jack.

From Washington Post

Monterey Jack is a stirred curd Cheddar without any annatto coloring.

From Project Gutenberg