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Grilled Figs Stuffed with Goat Cheese Recipe

by Jessica Sennett June 08, 2020

This is a decadent, slightly messy grill project that is completely worth the effort. The balance of the caramelized sweetness from the figs, the ...

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Whipped Honey Goat Cheese & Fresh Berries

by Jessica Sennett April 30, 2020

This is a refreshing, low sugar breakfast or dessert that the whole family will love. I often find that I want to give fresh goat cheese a lighter...

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Our Interview with Miracle Springs Farm

by Jessica Sennett August 27, 2019

We interviewed Miracle Springs Farm Founder Jaimie Cloud about her commitment to cheesemaking and sustainability. The Farm is based in Ancram...

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[Video] How to Build a Cheese Board Like An American.

by Jessica Sennett June 25, 2018

This video outlines how to build an American flag cheese board. Featuring strawberries, Coach Farm Goat Cheese, Jasper Hill Farm Bayley Hazen Blue Cheese, and blueberries, the American-style cheese board looks wonderful on our American-made Adagio cheese server.

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Grilled Cheese with Goat Cheese, Butternut Squash, and Brin's Lemon Saffron Jam

by Jessica Sennett April 12, 2018

This grilled cheese recipe highlights the bright and tangy characteristics of goat cheese and the sweetness of butternut squash with the addition of lemon saffron jam. Kale adds a fresh green flavor to round out the grilled cheese experience. This recipe is perfect for National Grilled Cheese Day, or any day.

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Recipe: Argan Oil Goat Cheese Balls with Thyme, Lemon Zest, and Black Pepper

by Jessica Sennett March 13, 2018

Blend Culinary Argan Oil with fresh goat cheese, herbs, and spices for a delicious and simple appetizer!

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Our Complete Guide to Pairing Cheese and Chocolate (You're Welcome)

by Jessica Sennett January 30, 2018

Both cheese and chocolate are delicious and complex. Both are maddeningly addictive. They make you feel elated, and are aphrodisiacs. Cheese and chocolate pair well together and they pair well with wine, beer, and liqueurs. This a step-by-step guide to pairing cheese and chocolate for your next dessert cheese board.

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How to Store & Ripen Fresh Crottin Cheese

by Jessica Sennett December 06, 2017

Learn the history and cheesemaking practices for fresh crottin. This blog post highlights how storing fresh crottin properly is important for rind development of the cheese. Crottin can be enjoyed as a soft and spreadable cheese or as a dense and crumbly cheese, depending on the age of the cheese. Learn how to store...

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[Video] Why is American Artisan Cheese Important? And How to Pair It...

by Jessica Sennett August 24, 2017

Join us in a discussion on American Artisan Cheese. We highlight the American Artisan Cheese movement and why it is important to our local and regional economies. We also discuss how to pair the featured cheeses with nuts, fruit, jam, and beer/microbrews!

Posted in Bloomy Rind Cheeses, Blue Cheeses, Cheese Pairing Guides, Cheese Tasting + Buying Guides, Goat Cheeses, Hard Cheeses, Natural Rind Cheeses, Washed Rind Cheeses, Waxed Rind Cheeses

How to Build a Beautiful Summer Cheese Board

by Jessica Sennett June 13, 2017

In this blog post, we highlight how to make a summer cheese board at your next backyard event really pop and we consulted with an interior design expert for our inspiration. We outline a few rules you can apply whenever entertaining with food and beautiful home garnishes.

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How to Store & Serve Soft Goat Cheese & Washed Rind Cheese

by Jessica Sennett June 08, 2017

An in-depth guide on how to best store and serve soft goat cheese and washed rind cheese styles. Our Cheese Grotto storage pieces allow you to keep cheese fresher for longer, but this cheese storage information is useful for your tupperware or cheese paper solutions, too.

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Fresh Goat Discs Wrapped in White Wine Infused Kale and Cabbage Leaves

by Jessica Sennett September 23, 2015

I’m always on the hunt for how to preserve my cheese a little bit longer. How can I enhance its flavor while prolonging its shelf life? How do I ...

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