Monterey Jack

noun

: a semisoft whole-milk cheese with high moisture content

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Monterey Jack and cream cheese make this corn casserole extra rich. Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026 Divide sauteed peppers and onions and shredded Monterey Jack cheese between tortillas. C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 15 Mar. 2026 Ground chicken is mixed with mild Monterey Jack cheese and a classic buffalo-style seasoning to make these flavorful meatballs. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026 Starbucks' rendition features Monterey Jack cheese, red bell pepper, spinach, and green onions in their formula, while Kling and Garner go with mozzarella, red bell pepper, and spinach. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for Monterey Jack

Word History

Etymology

David Jack or Jacks †1907 California landowner

First Known Use

1940, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Monterey Jack was in 1940

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“Monterey Jack.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Monterey%20Jack. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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