Is Monterey Jack Cheese ... Not From Monterey?
Dec 05, 2024•16 min
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Episode description
Most people believe that Monterey Jack Cheese originated in ... Monterey. And while the name 'Monterey Jack' establishes a clear claim, this week we're asking: Where is this silky cheese really from? You might be surprised.
This episode originally aired on the podcast in 2022.
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