Cheese Pairing Inspiration

Cheese plates and pairings are a perfect holiday treat, whether you’re planning on sharing or treating yourself. Find everything you need for the perfect platter at the co-op!

Here are five of our recommendations.

Jason Wiebe Dairy Cottonwood River Cheddar (local!)

full, sweet flavor

goes with all kinds of fruit or jams
try it with apples and mustard on a cracker

Delice de Bourgogne (Triple Cream)

delicate, custard-like sweet cream

lovely on crusty breads, crackers, bagels
pairs well with all fruit and spreads

Meredith Dairy Sheep and Goat Cheese

infused with garlic, herbs and oils; lightly tangy

goes great on crusty breads, crackers
can be added to soups, salads, sandwiches, pizzas

Rogue River Blue

range of flavors, notes of fortified wine

great with tart fruit/spreads — cranberry relish, black cherries
perfect on salads, burgers

Ras El Hanout Gouda

Moroccan spices (pepper, cumin, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom)

goes with Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, pastrami sandwiches
excellent in mac and cheese