A cheese of Danish origin, now made domestically as well. It is a delicious creamy cheese, usually ripened from two to three months to develop in taste and texture. The domestic version is called simply Havarti. The imported version is known as Creamy Havarti. Serve with a full-bodied white wine like Chardonnay or Chenin Blanc.

Varieties available:   Domestic and imported (Domestic described below)
Types of millk used:   Cow's milk, whole
Appearance:   Rectangular loaves usually foil-wrapped; white to pale yellow; dotted with small irregular holes
Texture:   Semi-soft, creamy, sliceable
Taste:   Mild, savory, slightly tangy
Uses:   Snacks – sliced, with raw vegetables (tomato, cucumber, celery, olives)
Sandwiches – with beef, ham or turkey
Cooked foods – melted on hamburgers, casseroles

Wine Pairing Suggestions:
Redwood Creek Chardonnay

Medium-bodied with ripe tropical flavors complemented by a hint of toasted oak and a silky finish.


 

 

 
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