Monterey Jack
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Monterey Jack is a type of semi-hard cheese using pasteurised cows’ milk. It is commonly sold by itself, or mixed with Colby cheese to make a marbled cheese known as Colby-Jack (or Co-Jack).
In its earliest form, Monterey Jack was made by the Franciscan monks of Monterey, California, during the 1800s. A shrewd Californian business man by the name of David Jacks began to first mass market the cheese. He produced a mild, white cheese, which came to be known at first as "Jack's Cheese", and eventually "Monterey Jack".
An aged version of this cheese, known as Dry Jack, can be grated and used much like Parmesan cheese.
Another version called Pepperjack mixes hot peppers with Monterey Jack for a zesty flavour. Pepperjack is often used as an alternative cheese in dishes such as quesadillas, but can be eaten with bread or crackers for a tasty snack.
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