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Welcome to the Cheesetique March Newsletter
Greetings, Cheese Lovers!
Long
time no email! I'm sorry I've been so electronically negligent, but
after our most recent addition arrived in December, it took me a
couple months to get my cheese legs back. But now they're back with
a vengeance, so hold onto your hats (and not just because it's so
windy outside). Cheese classes are back and St. Patrick is just
around the corner!
It's Easy Being Green Celebrate
St. Patrick's Day this whole month by trying a bunch of our fabulous
Irish cheeses. They'll be arriving all month, so keep checking back
for the newest additions. We'll even have an Irish cheese platter
available, so order yours today.
This Month's Cheese
Class: Super-Aged Stunners In honor of the eternity that has
elapsed since our last class, this month's theme will be Super-Aged
Stunners. Join me as we learn all about the cheese aging process,
the difference between "maturing" and "rotting", and why hard-aged
cheeses are so darn tasty. We will taste a selection of cheeses from
all over the world. The only commonality is that they're old as the
hills!
The cost is $20 per person and you can expect to
spend about an hour and a half learning and tasting. Beverages and
accompaniments will be served. Act quickly - this will fill up in no
time!
The five dates are: Tuesday, March 13, at
7:15PM Tuesday, March 20, at 7:15PM Wednesday, March 21, at
7:15PM Tuesday, March 27, at 7:15PM Thursday, March 29, at
7:15PM
Email tastings@cheesetique.com to sign up. Let me know
the date(s) you prefer and how many are in your party. If you are
available on more than one date, please let me know. That way, we
can fit more folks.
Please note: Once we fit you into a
slot, I will send you a Paypal invoice so you can pay securely
online. If you need to cancel (48 hours advance notice, please), we
will refund the full amount minus the Paypal fee.
See you
soon! Jill Erber, Proprietor/Cheese Lady Cheesetique Specialty
Cheese Shop direct email: jill@cheesetique.com
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here to visit Cheesetique's web site. You can learn more about
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This Issue's Featured
Recipe Dubliner and Guinness Fondue
With the weather still
nippy, there's no better time for a heady fondue, rich and dense
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When to Serve
It
This makes a great cool-weather appetizer. Serve
it before dinner to really whet the appetite. Just be careful - this
one is rich!
About the Cheese
What
is Dubliner? This Irish cows' milk
classic is an amazing melding of flavors. Though not exactly a
cheddar, its subtle sharpness has a strong resemblance to one. In
addition, it has the sweetness of a Swiss and the tang of an aged
Italian cheese. This flavor combination makes it an ideal partner to
many foods and drinks. For instance, pair Dubliner with everything
from pears to broccoli; from Chardonnay to Stout. To top it all off,
Dubliner is a great
melter!
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Ingredients (Serves Six)
2 cups small red-skinned potatoes, halved 2 cups
cauliflower florets 2 cups very small brussels sprouts 2
apples, cored, cut into wedges You can also use pears here.
Pears + Cheese = Yum! 1 pound Dubliner, grated 2 1/2
tablespoons all purpose flour 3/4 cup (or more)
Guinness You can use any stout here, of course. 6
tablespoons frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed 1 tablespoon
Dijon mustard
Directions
1) Steam all vegetables until tender, about 15
minutes. 2) Arrange steamed vegetables and apples/pears around
edge of large platter. 3) Toss grated Dubliner with flour in
large bowl. 4) Bring 3/4 cup Guinness, juice concentrate, and
mustard to simmer in large saucepan over medium heat. 5)
Gradually add cheese mixture, stirring constantly, until cheese is
melted and smooth, thinning with more Guinness if desired. 6)
Season to taste with salt and pepper. 7) Transfer fondue to bowl
and place in center of platter with fruit and vegetables.
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Featured Product: Kerrygold Butter
When I asked one of the best chefs in the area
which butter he recommends, his answer was swift: "Kerrygold.
Period." That was all the recommendation I needed. The equation is
simple - Happy Cows = Better Butter! The ideal Irish climate creates
a wonderful environment for our bovine friends. They eat moist grass
and drink crystal-clear water all day. Their milk is rich, creamy,
and full of flavor. All of that love goes right into the butter. You
will taste it in every bite.
Come see why Kerrygold butter
is one of the most beloved around the globe. If you must use St.
Patrick's Day as an excuse, be my guest. But don't be surprised if
Kerrygold butter becomes your year-round choice. Only $3.95 for
an 8-ounce package. |
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