Definitions

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  • noun A white, mild, American cheese similar to cheddar.

Etymologies

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Named after the Jacks family of Monterey, California.

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Examples

  • Two strips of turkey bacon, one slice Monterey Jack cheese and egg salad, plus yogurt and fruit.

    Coffee, Tea, or Tapas? Critiquing Airline Fare Scott McCartney 2011

  • Toast 2 slices rustic country bread, then place 1 slice Monterey Jack cheese on 1 piece of toast and broil until cheese is melted.

    Super Super Bowl Sandwiches Katy McLaughlin 2011

  • "Artisan cheese is a tough business," said Beau Schoch, who in 2009 began selling an aged Monterey Jack and a Dutch-style edam made at his family's dairy in Salinas.

    To Save the Farm, Some Turn to Cheese Ben Worthen 2011

  • While that's cooking, shred some cheese I like Monterey Jack, American, cheddar, or Colby, clean and cut up some organic iceberg lettuce, and get out any other toppings you want, like sour cream or roasted peppers.

    Maria Rodale: Maria's Ultimate Organic Taco Recipe Maria Rodale 2011

  • Among her favorite squash blossom recipes: a thin, flat omelet with Monterey Jack cheese and flecks of sliced blossoms and fresh basil, and a risotto sweetened with yellow tomatoes and dotted with summer squash and ribbons of squash blossoms.

    A Flower to Savor 2011

  • Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, sour cream and lime wedges, for garnish

    Chat Leftovers: These peppers don't lose their pep 2010

  • VARIATION 3: Instead of Monterey Jack, try any other crumbled or shredded cheese.

    The Skinnygirl Dish BETHENNY FRANKEL 2010

  • Instead of feta cheese, try any sharp cheese like Monterey Jack or any crumbled or shredded Mexican cheese.

    The Skinnygirl Dish BETHENNY FRANKEL 2010

  • Some of the early favorites are the Mousetrap, with Tillamook sharp cheddar, creamy havarti and Monterey Jack; and the Windy City with provolone, roast beef, garlic butter and Chicago-style marinated peppers.

    American Grilled Cheese Kitchen 2010

  • I prefer cheddar, but you can try different cheeses like American, Swiss, Monterey Jack, etc.

    Mosh Potatoes Steve “Buckshot” Seabury 2010

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