Introduction. Known as the Renaissance, the period immediately following the Middle Ages in Europe saw a great revival of interest in the classical learning and values of ancient Greece and Rome.
In its earliest form, Monterey Jack was made by the Mexican Franciscan friars of Monterey, California, during the 18th century. Californian businessman David Jack sold the cheese commercially. He produced a mild, white cheese, which came to be known as Jack's Cheese, and eventually Monterey Jack.
Overview: Add hot pickled peppers to Monterey Jack, a mild California cowâs-milk cheese, and youâve got pepper Jack. As American enthusiasm for spicy food continues to rise, pepper Jack has become one of the countryâs fastest-growing sellers, according to Datassential, a restaurant market research firm.epper Jack Cheese. Note: Cook's Country continuously updates our equipment reviews and taste tests. The written content below is the most up-to-date information available and may not match what appears in the video segment.