Crumbled aged cheddar on cutting board with Jefferson 2 Year label

Cheddars

Jefferson 2 Year Aged Cheddar

Our classic Northwest-style cheddar is nutty and sweet, with a subtle tangy finish. As cheddar ages, it develops the distinctive “sharp” flavors and grainy texture. This cheddar has been aged on average 2 years, producing a pronounced sharpness that’s balanced by the cheese’s creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. A winner at the 2022 Good Food Awards!

We also offer Jefferson Cheddar in two different styles: Mild (aged a minimum of 30 days), and 1 Year (aged a minimum of 365 days).

Flavor

APPEARANCE: Pale buttery yellow-white

TEXTURE: Moderately firm and sliceable; aged versions exhibit a more crumbly and crystalline texture

TASTE: Nutty and sweet, with slight sharpness that increases with age

SUGGESTED PAIRINGS:

Delicious grated into a casserole or sliced on a sandwich. This cheese also shines on a cheese plate alongside dried cherries, pecans, walnuts, and cured sausage.
A versatile cheese, it pairs nicely with a glass of bright Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris, or alongside a variety of different ales.

Product info

KEY DETAILS:

Aged a minimum of 2 years
Hand cut and hand milled cheddar
Certified organic by Oregon Tilth
Vegetarian-friendly and gluten free
Milk is rBST free

SHELF LIFE: 9 months

SUGGESTED STORAGE: Keep refrigerated at 38°-40° F

INGREDIENTS: Certified Organic pasteurized whole cow’s milk, salt, enzymes, cheese cultures

MILK TYPE: Certified Organic pasteurized cow’s milk

RENNET: Organic, vegetarian, and GMO-free microbial enzyme

Pairings

SUGGESTED PAIRINGS:

Ideal when served on a cheese plate alongside sweet cherries, nuts, and cured meats.
A versatile cheese, it pairs nicely with a glass of Syrah, Merlot, or other medium-bodied reds, or alongside a variety of different ales.

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