Us Wisconsinites pride ourselves on two things: CHEESE and BEER. Our state’s cheesemakers craft the world’s best cheeses. In fact, our Grand Cru® Surchoix was named World Champion at the 2016 World Championship Cheese Contest. In addition to our ubiquitous cheesemongering, Wisconsin brews some pretty dang good beer. We named our pro baseball team the Brewers,…
There’s nothing quite like the crusty, buttery, ooey gooey goodness of a perfectly done grilled cheese. Whether it’s a classic cheddar & tomato soup combo, an attempt to recreate grandma’s favorite, or a “grown-up” version with all the fancy fixings — the comfort of a grilled cheese sandwich is undeniable. The perfect grilled cheese starts with…
When it comes to snack time, we’re always brainstorming new ways to get our little ones eating healthy foods. A canvas of cheese, fruits, veggies, crackers and dips can be the perfect way to keep the kiddos satisfied after school, during lunchtime, at family gatherings, weekend playdates or birthday parties.. Check out this simple kid’s…
We may call the rolling hills of Southern Wisconsin home, but our roots date back to 1863 in one of the finest cheesemaking regions outside of the United States: Switzerland. Today, our team of more than a dozen licensed cheesemakers utilizes traditional techniques to craft a melting pot of award-winning cheeses, including our signature Grand…
Winters in Wisconsin can be brutal. A bowl of piping hot soup is one of our greatest antidotes for combating the freezing temps and snow-pocalypse storms that barrel through the Midwest come December. We promise, these four soup recipes will keep bellies warm, appetites satisfied and cheese cravings met. Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Cheddar Soup: The perfect soup to make on…
Between food allergies, preferences and conflicting tastes; coming up with a tasty holiday menu that will satisfy all your guests can be a daunting task. Luckily, there’s one humble ingredient everyone seems to agree on: POTATOES. There is so much you can do with a good spud. And what makes a good spud an even…
Cooking a big Thanksgiving meal is an all-day endeavor with much of it spent on the main event: the turkey! Hours of roasting, basting and finally, slicing the giant bird takes both patience and hard work. Guests will stuff themselves (much like the bird itself) into a turkey-induced nap but still, there are always leftovers….
Fall is upon us and while we love pumpkin everything as much as the next person, we couldn’t let the season pass without taking advantage of the beautiful fruit available this time of year. Fresh fruit like grapes, apples and pears, complement the flavors and colors of the cheese. Here we chose Grand Cru®, Buttermilk…
We’re in the midst of an action-packed football season. And that means plenty of tailgating and game day parties. We’re showing you how to put together a cheeseboard that will win any game day gathering. Step One: Pick Your Cheese The cheese is obviously the star of the board, so grab your favorites. We like a range…
There’s nothing quite like gathering with friends to cheer on your favorite team. The excitement of any sports event can be hard work! This is why no tailgate is complete without an infinite spread of snacks and finger foods. Cheer on your team in style with a crowd-pleasing cheeseboard! Step 1: Choose a few easy-going kinds of cheese to pair with the classic…
No gathering is complete without the right cheeseboard to spice up the party. But, how do you cut cheese so it looks like this: We’re here to tell you how. And, it’s really quite easy. Here are some of our favorite ways to cut cheese that will add some visual flair to your next cheese board….
We’ve all been there. You’re at a friend’s dinner party, and the cheese board with those odd looking knives comes out. Not wanting to commit a social faux pas, you shy away from it, or just stick to the knives you know. We’ll take a look at the most common cheese knives you’ll encounter at…
Whether you’re just getting into creating your own cheese boards or are a self-proclaimed expert, we could all use some brushing up on the best practices to cut and prepare cheese for your next party. Cheese Prep When both buying and cutting cheese, a good rule of thumb is to account for one to two…
Fondue is a communal dish that brings friends and family together. There’s just something about a pot of bubbling, gooey cheese that makes people smile! On National Fondue Day, we’re sharing our top tips to make sure your next fondue gathering goes smoothly. Remember to Stir Fondue needs to be stirred frequently to keep the…