'Tis the Season for Cheesin'
Cheese—we serve it at parties, create magical meals with it and give it as gifts. When you unwrap Wisconsin cheese, you can be assured that tastier holidays are ahead. And if you really want to make spirits bright, learn how to deck out your cheese boards in the holiday edition of Grate. Pair. Share. Be the host with the most festive bites featuring artisanal treasures from The State of Cheese.  
Eat Cheese, Drink and Be Merry
"Real cheese lovers" know a great party starts with expertly aged and cranberry-studded cheddars, ultra-creamy havarti and rich gorgonzola. These seasonal stunners are delightful on party platters or add depth of flavor to festive appetizers. Be sure to keep these recipes close; your guests will be asking for them.
Spiced Brandied Cherries with 15-Year Cheddar
Cranberry Cheddar
Wonton Cups
Spiced Pear Tartlets
Gorgonzola Cheese Fondue
From Their Family to Yours
If artisanal cheeses are your passion, here are your newest obsessions. Their unique flavors and insider stories will make a believer out of you. These Wisconsin cheesemakers have been busy making these holiday must-haves just for you. One is crafted with winter milk; the other is infused with southern spirits. Serve up extra tidings of comfort and joy with special cheeses on your menu.
“Snowfields Butterkäse Style cheese starts with the cows. Their feed, water, health and happiness directly impact the flavor of the milk and, in turn, the flavor of the cheese. If you moved one of our cows to a different state, the milk would change as all the factors that influence it would, too.”
–David Rogers, Saxon® Creamery Affineur 
“BellaVitano® takes on flavor so well because of the way we make it. There are elements of parmesan with savory and nutty notes. There are elements of fruity and tanginess. The applications we've created inspire, enhance and highlight those flavors that are already nuanced and balanced with each bite.”
–Ken Kane, Master Cheesemaker Sartori ® Cheese 
Sweet, spice and everything nice—that’s what delicious presents are made of. Let the foodies in your life know they’re on your nice list with goodies starring some of the best cheeses in the world. Share Savory Alpine-Style Cheese Crackers made with Roth Grand Cru® cheese or cookies and a sweet spread combo handmade with all of the trimmings. Yummy bites like these show how much you care. 
Apricot-Gouda Rugelach
Blue Cheese Fig Jam
Finnish Espresso-Parmesan Pinwheel Cookies
Double the cheese means double the flavor for this sophisticated treat made with BelGioioso's Ricotta con Latte® and Parmesan cheeses. It’s perfect for your holiday cookie tray.
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