Kickaas Kitchen Too



Savory Cheddar Bacon Scones

April 26, 2022

By Cheesemonger Pedro

8 servings



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Ingredients

3 Cups all purpose flour

1 Tbsp baking powder

1 Tsp salt

2 Tsp sugar

½ Tsp garlic powder

10 Tbsp butter frozen and grated

¾ Cup of 8 year Great Grand Cheddar

7 Slices bacon cooked and crumbled

About 3 tablespoons of fresh chives, finely chopped

1 Cup Buttermilk plus ¼ more as needed to bring dough together

Preparation

1) Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2) Cook bacon until crisp and crumble or chop into small pieces.

3) In a large bowl sift and whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and garlic powder.

4) Grate the frozen butter in a separate bowl

5) Using the tips of your fingers or fork mix the butter into the flour mixture. Dough should be crumbly.

6) With a fork, mix the cream into the flour/butter mixture and work just until dough comes together and forms some large clumps. Best to use your bare hands.

7) Add cheese, bacon, and chives. Using your hand mix cheese, bacon and chives into dough by pressing the dough against the side of the bowl until everything comes together.

8) Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat dough into a large round disk. It should be about ¾ thick.

9) Using a knife, slice the disk into eight pie-shaped pieces.

10) Place wedges ½ inch apart on a baking sheet and lightly brush each wedge with a little buttermilk.

11) Bake for 20-23 minutes, until golden brown.

12) Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.


Buttermilk bleu cheese dressing

January 26, 2022

Ingredients



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4 oz House Aged Buttermilk Bleu Cheese

1/4 cup buttermilk

1/4 sour cream

1/4 cup Greek yogurt*, whole milk recommended

2 tbs white wine vinegar

1/2 tsp sugar

1/4 tsp garlic powder

salt and pepper to taste

*can substitute mayo for Greek yogurt for less tanginess, but more richness

Preparation

  1. Crumble bleu cheese with a fork in a bowl. Preserve some crumbles for garnish if desired.

  2. Mix all other ingredients together in the bowl until well combined.

  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  4. Store in the fridge in an air-tight container.



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Cheesy Grits

October 26, 2021

By Cheesemonger Nicole

6 servings

Grits

1.5 cups instant grits

6 cups boiling water

1 tsp salt, plus more to taste

0.5 lb (2 cups) grated/ crumbled cheese (recommended: Applewood Smoked Cheddar and Kickaas Chipotle Espresso Cheddar), plus more for serving


Instructions

  1. Bring 6 cups of salted water to a boil in a large pot.

  2. Meanwhile, add oil to a frying pan and saute peppers, okra, and onion.

  3. Stir in 1.5 cups of instant grits to boiling water.

  4. Cover the pot of grits and cook on medium/low for 5-7 minutes or until thick; stir regularly. 

  5. Once veggies are beginning to soften in the pan, add beans, paprika, salt, garlic powder, pepper, and cayenne pepper. (opt. add meat)

  6. Once the grits are thick, fold in 2 cups of cheese, and salt to taste

  7. Serve cheesy grits topped with sauteed veggies, extra cheese, and green onions


Toppings

1.5 cups diced fresh peppers (shishito, bell, banana, poblano, etc)

1.5 cup of sliced okra (1” rounds)

1 small sweet onion, diced

1 can black beans, drained

2 tbs cooking oil of choice

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp salt

½ tsp garlic powder

¼ tsp pepper

Dash (or more) cayenne pepper

Green onions for serving

Opt. chicken, shrimp, or Andouille sausage


TCPGR Homemade Pizza w/ Basil Jack

February 24, 2021

By Cheesemonger Mia

Makes 2 approximately 10” pizzas

Dough

2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast

½ teaspoon granulated sugar

1 cup warm water

1 teaspoon salt

1 ½ tablespoons olive oil

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour



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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F

  2. Pour warm water into a mixing bowl, add sugar, olive oil, and yeast. Let the mixture sit for about five minutes. The mixture should begin to foam and bubble, indicating the yeast is activated. If this does not happen, either the water was too hot, or the yeast has expired.

  3. Add in salt

  4. Add flour little by little, stirring with a wooden spoon or the bread hook on a stand mixer.

  5. Knead for about five minutes, until the dough comes together into a smooth, dense ball.

  6. Divide into two. At this point, you can store the dough in the refrigerator for up to five days, or the freezer indefinitely.

  7. Roll dough out on a floured counter into two approximately 10” circles.

  8. Brush crusts with a thin coating of olive oil

  9. Cover with sauce (see below), leaving about ½” of crust free around the perimeter of the pizza. If you don’t have the time or ingredients to make a pizza sauce from scratch, store-bought is fine.

  10. Top pizzas with grated Kickaas Jack with Basil, roughly ½ pound per pizza.

  11. Using a pizza peel or spatula, transfer pizzas to a preheated oven. (If you have one, use a pizza stone for best results!)

  12. Allow to bake for roughly 12-15 minutes, until the cheese begins to turn a golden brown, and color appears on the crust. This may take more or less time depending on your oven and pizza stone, so it’s best to keep an eye on them!

  13. Remove from heat, allow to cool for approximately five minutes before serving.

Cheesemonger’s tip! Bring out the light, fresh flavor of the Kickaas Jack with Basil by serving pizzas with a rich, dry Cabernet Sauvignon.

Sauce

5-6 Roma tomatoes

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 finely-diced shallots

3 cloves fresh garlic

Oregano, red pepper flake, and salt to taste


Sauce Instructions

  1. Pour olive oil into a large saucepan on low heat, and add garlic. Let the garlic “sweat” to bring out flavor, keeping heat low to ensure that it does not burn.

  2. Add shallots, continue to simmer on low heat

  3. Purée tomatoes in a blender or food processor, and add to the saucepan, allow the

  4. mixture to partially reduce, stirring periodically.

  5. Add balsamic vinegar and other seasonings to taste, continue to reduce until the mixture reaches the consistency of a marinara sauce.


TCPGR WHIPPED FETA DIP

February 17, 2021

By Cheesemonger Brian



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For serving:
1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Pinch red pepper flakes
Pinch dried dill

Eat with naan, fresh veggies


Add to food processor:
1/2 lb Feta
3/4 cup mayonnaise
Zest of 1 lemon
1-2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp dried dill
1/4 tsp oregano
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
Pinch salt

Blend until smooth


Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Shredded Asiago / Parmesan

February 9, 2021

By Cheesemonger Pedro

Ingredients:

Stalk or 1 1/2 pounds of Brussels sprouts

1 tsp olive oil

1 tsp salt

1 tsp of grounded pepper

Sprigs of fresh thyme

1/3 cup of Aged Asiago

1/3 cup of Aged Parmesan

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 F.

  2. Clean Brussels sprouts and cut in halves.

  3. In a large baking pan, add Brussels sprouts along with salt, pepper and thyme.

  4. Drizzle olive oil and mix. Make sure everything is mixed together and spread evenly.

  5. Bake in the oven and roast for 35 minutes, until crisp outside and tender inside. Shake the pan from time to time to brown the Brussels sprouts evenly.

  6. Remove from the oven and sprinkle cheeses evenly.

  7. Place back in the oven for additional 10 min or until the cheeses are melted and golden brown.

  8. Remove from the oven, let it cool bait and enjoy

  9. For added crunchiness, add some cooked bacon bits :-).



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Kickaas QUESOdilla 

January 28, 2021

By Cheesemonger Dave and Fiance Christine



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Ingredients:
2 8 oz chicken breasts
4 large tortillas
1/2 yellow onion, diced
1 tsp olive oil
1/2 cup chipotle cheddar
1/2 cup havarti
3/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp black pepper

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 F
2. Combine salt, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir to combine.
3. Season chicken breasts with spice rub on both sides.
4. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Bake for 30 minutes or until cooked through and juices run clear. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes and then slice.
5. Grate Havarti and chipotle cheddar. Mix together in a small bowl.
6. In a small pan sauté onion in a tsp olive oil over low to medium heat for about 5 minutes or until caramelized.
7. Spray a large pan with cooking spray and place one tortilla in the pan over medium heat. Add a layer of cheese. Then add sliced chicken breasts, caramelized onions, and another layer of cheese. Place second tortilla on top and spray with cooking spray.
8. Cook on each side about 3-4 minutes.
9. Slice quesadilla and serve with salsa or sour cream.


LAMB MEATBALLS W/ CHÉVRE

January 25, 2021

By Cheesemonger Dave and Fiance Christine



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This is a favorite for Dave and Christine, rarely allowing for any leftovers. The Chévre is the perfect companion to the lamb meatballs. I love pairing this with fresh salad greens, seasonal veggies, olive oil, then topped with a healthy amount of our freshly grated Parmesan.

Ingredients

1 pound ground lamb
1 yellow onion, finely diced
3 gloves garlic, minced
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp oregano
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Combine lamb, onion, lemon zest, and spices in a large bowl. Mix by hand until ingredients are combined uniformly.
3. Roll into meatballs ~1 inch in diameter and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake meatballs for 15-20 minutes or until meatballs are crisp and cooked through on the inside.
5. Serve with goat cheese crumbles.

Cheesemonger Descriptions

Aged Asiago

Aged Asiago, the ultimate bold cheese adventure, is your ally against ghouls or mealtime monotony. Break a piece, dip, and savor its unique character – it's the unrivaled Asiago after nearly 3 years of perfection. Click to View

Aged Goat Gouda

Aged Goat Gouda, a Dutch-style masterpiece crafted with goat's milk, is the cheese equivalent of savoring exquisite dark chocolate. It leaves you spellbound, a silent poet entranced by its indescribable Click to View

Aged Goat Milk Cheddar

Aged Goat Milk Cheddar is a remarkable goat's milk Cheddar, matured for two years to perfection. Its rich, full-bodied flavor will delight your taste buds with every Click to View

Aged Gorgonzola

Our Aged Gorgonzola, a sweet dolce style cheese, is aged an extra few months or more, resulting in a creamy texture and a subtly sweet finish. While it's a bit milder than our Aged Buttermilk Bleu, it's sure to leave you delightfully "bleu'n" away with its unique flavor. Click to View

Aged Parmesan

Our Aged Parmesan, matured for three years, is so divine you'll want to savor it anywhere – on its own, in the kitchen, or even in a moat! It's the best Parmesan you've ever tasted, enhancing every dish with its unparalleled richness. Click to View

Applewood Smoked Cheddar

Applewood Smoked Cheddar is a three-year-old white cheddar, gently smoked in-house, delivering a mouthwatering combination of rich, sweet, and smoky flavors that'll have you craving more with every bite. It's a true taste Click to View

Applewood Smoked Gouda

Our Applewood Smoked Gouda is a Maple Leaf young Gouda, lovingly smoked in-house, making it one of our most beloved cheeses. Its subtly sweet, reserved smoky character sets it apart from the usual hickory smoked versions, making it a delightful treat for all ages and a favorite among our younger cheese Click to View

Applewood Smoked String

Our Applewood Smoked String cheese is a labor of love, hand-stretched by Cesar himself and gently kissed by fresh applewood smoke. It's a reinvented classic, giving you a taste experience like no other, far beyond your memories of the smoked string cheese from your youth. Click to View

Apricot Triple Creme

Our Apricot Triple Creme is a luxurious experience, featuring layers of St. Andre, a French triple creme cheese, toasted almonds, and apricots. It's like a sophisticated twist on butter and jam, perfect for spreading on a baguette or adding a delicate layer to your French Toast – a truly delightful and life-extending Click to View

Bleu Triple Creme Brie

Our Bleu Triple Creme Brie is an exquisite creation, featuring a French triple creme cheese layered with Buttermilk Bleu. It's like the heavenly topping they serve on burgers in the afterlife – pure indulgence with a touch of divine blue cheese Click to View

Cesar's hand pulled String Cheese

Cesar's hand-pulled String Cheese is a labor of love, meticulously hand-stretched by Cesar and Heydi. It's an absolute masterpiece, promising a cheese experience like no other – the best you've ever Click to View

Chandoka Cheddar

Chandoka Cheddar, a blend of cow and goat milk, is a delightful masterpiece, aged for over three years, delivering a truly unique and exquisite experience akin to aged milk candy. It's a cheese gem reserved for those with a taste for the extraordinary. Click to View

Cheddar, Aged 13 Years

Our Aged 13 Years Cheddar is a true cheese time capsule, a journey through the years, with all the crunch, tang, and explosive flavor you could ever desire. It's a cheese experience that takes you back while delivering unmatched richness. Click to View

Colby Swiss

Colby Swiss is the everyday cheese hero, blending the goodness of Colby and the distinctive Amish Swiss finish. It's a cheese that starts with a familiar Colby charm and ends with the delightful character of Amish Swiss.

Creamy Amish Swiss

Creamy Amish Swiss is like Stettler's signature, a young Swiss cheese, boasting a soft texture reminiscent of Havarti but with a subtle touch of unique character – it's the perfect addition to your sandwich parties. Get ready for a creamily delicious experience with just a hint of that special cheese charm. Click to View

Donatello

Donatello is the cheese connoisseur's dream, akin to a well-aged, buttery Manchego, but with an even more exceptional character. Crafted with sheep's milk, it's a taste experience that transcends traditional expectations. Click to View

Double - Aged Cupola

Double-Aged Cupola is a delightful American Parmesan with surprising notes of caramel and toasted pineapple, making it an exciting twist on the classic. This cheese offers a unique flavor experience that's bound to tantalize your taste buds. Click to View

Double Aged Delft Bleu

Double-Aged Delft Bleu is like a Gouda meets Bleu cheese collaboration, usually mild-mannered and polite, but after two years in our caves, they become distinguished cheese stars with a bold character. This cheese deserves a starring role on your steak – it's a flavor transformation worth savoring generously! Click to View

Ewephoria's Select

Ewephoria's Select is a delightful twist on traditional Dutch Gouda, meticulously crafted with pasteurized sheep's milk, and aged for 24 months. Each bite unveils a mild, enchanting butterscotch undertone, making it perfect for cheeseboards, gourmet recipes, or savoring on its own – a truly harmonious and unique cheese experience. Click to View

Extra Aged Fourmage

Extra Aged Fourmage, a harmonious blend of buffalo, sheep, cow, and goat milk, creates a creamy masterpiece that's an unforgettable experience for your palate. With two years of aging, the velvety buffalo milk and sweet sheep milk undertones truly make the flavors sing and stand out, especially when paired with succulent pears, juicy peaches, or luscious figs. Click to View

Fresh Chévre

The kitchen magician for an instant tangy twist, perfect for pasta, omelettes, burgers, cheesecakes, and even as a thoughtful wedding gift. Its clean, non-animal taste sets it apart from other goat cheeses. Click to View

Fresh curds - dill & garlic

Fresh Curds - Dill & Garlic, crafted by our in-house milk magician Dan Posselt, are a true old-fashioned delight. These hand-milled curds are a perfect balance of garlic and dill, ensuring each bite bursts with irresistible flavor. Click to View

Fresh curds - plain

Fresh Curds - Plain, crafted by our in-house milk magician Dan Posselt, are a delightful old-fashioned treat. Hand-milled to perfection, they're a pure and simple cheese delight that's perfect for all cheese lovers. Click to View

Garlic Herb Spread

Our Garlic Herb Spread is a sumptuous blend of sweet cream and Mascarpone, infused with the robust flavors of garlic and aromatic herbs. It's the perfect companion for your bagels, crackers, or as a savory addition to your culinary creations. Click to View

Goat Milk Feta

Our Goat Milk Feta is a delightful paradox, offering a salty, crumbly, and tart experience while maintaining a moist and fudgy texture that's simply irresistible. Crafted by the talented folks at LaClare Creamery in Malone, WI, using milk from their own herd, it's the perfect addition to your cheese platter or culinary creations. Click to View

Great-Grand Cheddar, Aged 8 Years

Great-Grand Cheddar, aged in-house for an extraordinary 8 years, is a testament to our unwavering commitment to creating exceptional cheese. This masterpiece offers a remarkable balance of sweet and tangy flavors, complete with the irresistible crunchiness that defines the finest aged cheeses, inviting you to savor the essence of time and craftsmanship in every remarkable bite. Click to View

Heritage Aged Cheddar

Heritage Aged Cheddar, the sibling of Weiss Cheddar, is a one-of-a-kind sharp, white cheddar that's been aged for over 7 years. This "gassy" cheddar boasts extra flavors and a unique depth, creating a remarkable and distinct cheddar experience. Click to View

HoneyBee Goat Gouda

HoneyBee Goat Gouda is a delightful Dutch-style Gouda, lovingly crafted with goat's milk, and enhanced with a drizzle of honey that infuses it with a cashew-like, nutty sweetness. This cheese offers a subtly sweet and full-flavored experience that's perfect for slicing, grating, cubing, or enjoying in salads and as a snack with your favorite fruits.

House - Aged White Cheddar, Aged 5 years

House-Aged White Cheddar, akin to our Great-Grand Cheddar but not quite as old, is an extra-sharp cheddar that marries a smooth, creamy finish with its bold flavor profile. Aged for a minimum of 5 years, it's the secret ingredient that elevates your Mac n' Cheese to culinary perfection, delivering a delightful sharpness that your taste buds won't soon forget. Click to View

House Aged Buttermilk Blue

House Aged Buttermilk Blue, sourced from Roth Kase in Monroe, is a delightful and aged blue cheese that offers the same exquisite character as Bleu Affinee but with the added dimension of being aged in-house. Its unique aging process creates a bold, robust flavor profile that's perfect for those who appreciate a little extra complexity in their blue cheese.

House-Smoked Mindoro Bleu

House-Smoked Mindoro Bleu takes our extra-aged Mindoro Bleu wheels and elevates them to a new level with an in-house smoking process. This bold cheese is the perfect winter remedy when smeared on steak, offering a delightful combination of rich smokiness and tangy blue cheese flavor that will chase away any winter blues. Click to View

Kickaas Applewood Smoked Habanero Jack

Kickaas Applewood Smoked Habanero Jack is a tantalizing fusion of sweet, fruity heat and a touch of smokiness that adds a fiery kick to your culinary creations. Handcrafted by our cheesemaker Dan Posselt and smoked in-house, it's the secret ingredient that amps up your cooking, providing a flavorful symphony for your taste buds. Click to View

Kickaas Chipotle Espresso Cheddar

Kickaas Chipotle Espresso Cheddar is a flavor explosion featuring smoked jalapeños infused with a spicy tomato marinade, elevated by Dark Matter's Unicorn Blood espresso. Despite its fiery appearance, it offers a balanced heat that's perfect for adding a kick to scrambled eggs, quesadillas, or complementing a glass of peaty Scotch. Crafted by our cheesemaker Dan Posselt, it's a cheese that resembles Jupiter up close, both in appearance and its ability to transport your taste buds to a world of bold, smoky flavors. Click to View

Kickaas Jack N Dill

Kickaas Jack N Dill, a full cream Jack cheese infused with fresh dill, is anything but straightforward – it's a magical taste journey that's akin to a fairytale. Crafted by the regal Dan Posselt, our in-house monarch of fromage, it delivers a whimsical blend of creaminess and dill that enchants your palate with every bite. Click to View

Kickaas Jack with Fresh Basil

Kickaas Jack with Fresh Basil is a delightful creation that combines the essence of sweet and opal basil, handcrafted by our in-house milk magician, Dan Posselt. The result is a creamy Jack cheese infused with the aromatic and herbaceous notes of basil, making it a delightful addition to your cheese board and culinary creations. Click to View

Maasdaam

Maasdaam is a Dutch interpretation of Swiss cheese, aged for at least 2 years, offering the perfect fusion of Swiss and Gouda characteristics. With delightful Swiss flavor that concludes with buttery notes, it's a cheese that satisfies with every bite, bridging two classic cheese traditions in a single wheel. Click to View

Marieke Aged Gouda

Marieke Aged Gouda is a masterpiece of cheese craftsmanship, created with milk straight from the cows and transformed into cheese within hours of milking. Aged as close to a year as possible, this Dutch-style Gouda is celebrated for its amazing flavor that evolves gradually on your tongue from start to finish, complete with those delightful crunchy bits. Click to View

Marieke Foenegreek Gouda

Marieke Foenegreek Gouda is a delightful young Gouda enriched with Fenugreek seeds, offering a creamy and subtly maple syrup-like sweetness that evokes hints of French toast. It's a cheese that invites you to savor the fusion of flavors, providing a unique and memorable taste experience. Click to View

Marieke Gouda Spread

Marieke Gouda Spread takes a younger Marieke Gouda and transforms it into a delectable spread, boasting the classic flavors that Marieke Gouda is celebrated for. As the original spread from Marieke, it's a true essential that deserves a permanent spot in your fridge, perfect for adding a touch of Gouda excellence to your favorite dishes. Click to View

Marieke Gouda w/ Cranberry

Marieke Gouda with Cranberry is a delightful blend of rich and tart flavors that elevate your culinary creations, making it the perfect addition to your turkey sandwich or any dish in need of a gourmet touch. With each bite, you'll experience a burst of exquisite taste that brings a touch of sophistication to your meals. Click to View

Marieke Hatch Pepper Gouda Spread

Marieke Hatch Pepper Gouda Spread strikes the perfect balance of spice, adding a mild but enticing kick that's certain to elevate your cracker game. Beware, it's so irresistibly delicious that you'll find yourself ordering more before you know it, making it a must-have in your kitchen. Click to View

Marieke Honey Clover Gouda

Marieke Gouda Honey Clover is a cheese that beautifully balances sweetness and earthiness, with subtle hints of fresh grass that make it a delightful addition to your cheese board. It pairs exceptionally well with apples and walnuts, and when accompanied by Riesling or hard cider, it creates a symphony of flavors that enhance your tasting experience. Click to View

Marieke Honey Clover Gouda Spread

Marieke Honey Clover Gouda Spread takes the sweet essence of Honey Clover Gouda and transforms it into a luscious spread that offers a symphony of flavors. You'll savor the initial sweetness of honey and cheese, followed by the savory notes of clover, creating an irresistible and addictively good spread that elevates your culinary creations. Click to View

Marieke Mustard Seed Gouda

Marieke Mustard Seed Gouda is a cheese of rich heritage and artisan craftsmanship. Made with premium, raw cow's milk from the Penterman family farm and aged on Dutch pine planks for over 9 months, this cheese showcases the creamy, earthy flavors of Gouda, accentuated by the presence of black and yellow mustard seeds. Click to View

Marieke Nettle Gouda

Marieke Nettle Gouda is a flavorful delight that captures the essence of Dutch heritage, crafted with premium, raw cow's milk from the Penterman family farm. Handcrafted using herbs and seeds sourced from the Netherlands, this Gouda offers a creamy, herbaceous profile with captivating notes of garlic and parsley that create an unforgettable tasting experience. Click to View

Marieke Summer Fields Gouda

Marieke Gouda Summer Fields is a smooth, rich Gouda cheese adorned with fragrant herbs of rosemary and thyme. Perfectly paired with apples, walnuts, Riesling, or hard cider, it's a delightful addition to your cheese board that harmonizes flavors with elegance. Click to View

Marieke Truffle Gouda

Marieke Truffle Gouda is a young, savory sensation infused with the enchanting essence of truffle, creating a taste experience that's irresistibly delicious. With its captivating truffle notes, it's a must-have cheese for those who appreciate the exquisite fusion of earthy and umami flavors in their culinary Click to View

Marieke Gouda Reserve

Experience a symphony of rich, crystalline aged gouda notes harmoniously balanced with the velvety creaminess of youth in the limited-edition Marieke Gouda Reserve—a delectable treat for true cheese enthusiasts. Marieke Gouda Reserve

Cheesemonger Descriptions, continued!

Mindoro Bleu (gold foil)

A good all around bleu. Creamy but will crumble if you show it a good time. Sharper finish that stings the mouth. Cow's milk. Click to View

Mild Goat Gouda

Mild Goat Gouda is a Dutch-style Gouda crafted with goat's milk, offering a creamy and milder profile compared to its aged counterpart, Dutch Girl. This cheese is the perfect choice for sandwiches and an excellent addition to your favorite cheese board, delivering a delightful and approachable taste experience. Click to View

Nut Sweet Aged Swiss

Nut Sweet Aged Swiss is a cheese that embodies the Swiss cheese tradition, aged for over 2 years, delivering a perfect blend of creamy and crunchy textures. When you cut into it, the cheese releases a tantalizing aroma and provides a satisfying crunch, offering an exquisite Swiss cheese experience that's simply irresistible. Click to View

Pistachio Log

The Pistachio Log is a delightful creation, featuring a half-pound of sweet cream cheddar spread, generously rolled in crushed pistachios. Indulge in the creamy, nutty goodness of this luxurious treat, perfect for satisfying your cravings. Click to View

Pleasant Ridge Reserve

Pleasant Ridge Reserve is a truly exceptional artisanal cheese, renowned for its rich and mature flavor profile. This cheese offers a delightful combination of zip, zing, and a unique roasted pineapple zang, making it an exquisite choice for connoisseurs seeking sophistication, complexity, and culinary refinement in their cheese selection. Click to View

Port Wine Cheese Spread

Port Wine Cheese Spread is a delightful fusion of sweetness from port wine and the bold richness of cheddar cheese, creating a harmonious and indulgent spread. Perfect for pairing with crackers or fruits, or as a delicious dip, this cheese spread offers an elegant touch and a delightful flavor experience for those who appreciate a blend of sweet and sharp in their culinary creations. Click to View

Ruby Bella

Ruby Bella is an exquisite cheese crafted by bathing Bellavitano wheels in Founders' Rubaeus for a couple of weeks. This unique process creates a delightful cheese with a balance of crunchiness, sweetness, and the rich qualities of both cheddar and parmesan, making it a perfect choice for those special occasions when you desire a sophisticated and unique cheese experience. Click to View

Rush Creek Reserve

Rush Creek Reserve is a unique cheese that boasts a custardy, smooth, and funky texture, with rich and brothy flavors that mature the taste of apples. These little wheels are bound in spruce bark and made with raw milk, using winter's dry hay. Created by the skilled artisans at Uplands Cheese Co., this cheese is a seasonal delicacy, best enjoyed at room temperature or gently heated to bring out its exceptional qualities, making it the ultimate form of milkish flattery for your palate. Click to View

Smoked Amish Swiss

Behold the Smoked Amish Swiss, a delightfully creamy young Swiss kissed by the whisper of smoky allure, ready to grace your palate and elevate your sandwich experience with its soft, Havarti-like texture and newfound depths of Click to View

Sweet Creme Havarti

Our Sweet Creme Havarti, aged for an additional year or more, offers a rich and profound flavor profile that surpasses all other Havarti varieties. This indulgent cheese features a luxurious and creamy texture, making it a must-try for cheese enthusiasts who seek an exceptional taste experience, redefining the standard for Havarti and exemplifying our commitment to delivering exceptional quality and flavor. Click to View

Sweet Creme Havarti Smoked in Fruitwood

Steve Stettler’s Havarti, aged for two years and cold smoked with our own peach wood boughs, is a cheese that radiates sophistication and flavor. Trust us, this delicacy is a culinary experience you absolutely deserve to savor. Click to View

Tequila Reaper Mozzarella

This cheese delivers a bold and spicy kick, making it the perfect choice to elevate your culinary creations, from nachos and grilled cheeses to chili, all with a fantastic melting quality that enhances your dishes to a whole new level of flavor and heat. Click to View

Vino D'Uva Bellavitano

Uva Bella is a cheese masterpiece created by bathing Bellavitano cheese wheels in Concord Grape Wine, infusing them with fruity, sweet notes and creating a delightful interplay of creamy and nutty cheese textures with the essence of wine. It's perfect for cheese boards, salads, or enhancing everyday dishes with its unique flavor. Click to View

Weiss Aged Cheddar

Weiss Aged Cheddar, hand-dipped in vibrant red wax, is a rare treat aged for over five years. With its limited availability, this cheddar boasts a unique blend of sharp and sweet flavors that set it apart in the cheddar family. Click to View