You’ll also want to take the seasons into account.
However, goat cheese can still be a welcome addition during colder months.
Here are some of the best cheeses to enjoy during your holiday parties this year.
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Her personal favorite is theMount RaclettefromAlpinage Cheesein Oak Creek, Wis. Evans echoes a similar sentiment.
Meanwhile,John Montezlikes to have a big chunk of clothbound cheddar on hand during the fall and winter.
Says Montez, “The English make them grassy and musty; the Welsh make them horseradishy and sharp.
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Ones made in the United States are often nutty with a bit of a tropical fruit sweetness.”
“Plus, we need something soft to wash down all the Champagne!”
One of his favorite goat cheese options is theBijoufromVermont Creamery.
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Kara Young, community manager at Vermont Creamery, is also a fan of goat cheese during the fall.
She highlights fresh chevre, a pasteurized goat cheese known for its creamy texture and tangy flavor.
Meanwhile, for Hedeman, serving this cheese with bread is essential.
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A few examples include gorgonzola, Roquefort, and Stilton.
One option she recommends is theBlue Jayfrom Wisconsin’sDeer Creek Cheese.
Hedeman also recommends going for blue cheese this holiday season, calling Stilton “the cheese of Christmas.”
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“Drizzle honey over a bite of blue cheese.
It’s a revelation,” Hedeman adds.
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Browne says tandoori gouda is a “great addition.”
When figuring out what to pair it with, you’ll want to consider the time it spent aging.
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