Cheese Types
Mild Cheddar
Mild Cheddar cheese is a popular type of cheddar cheese known for its smooth and creamy texture with a subtle, delicate flavour. It is typically aged for a shorter period, ranging from, resulting in a less intense taste compared to sharper varieties of cheddar. The cheese has a pale yellow to white colour and a firm, slightly spongy consistency. Mild Cheddar is versatile and can be used in various culinary applications, such as sandwiches, burgers, casseroles, and cheese sauces. Its mild flavour makes it a favourite among children and those who prefer a less tangy cheese experience.
Mature Cheddar
Mature Cheddar cheese, is a variety of cheddar that is aged for a longer period. This extended aging process results in a cheese with a more pronounced, robust flavour that is both sharp and complex. The texture of Mature Cheddar is firmer and crumblier compared to mild Cheddar. The colour can range from a deep yellow to a rich, golden hue. Mature Cheddar's bold flavour makes it ideal for adding depth to dishes such as macaroni and cheese, quiches, and gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches. It is also a popular choice for cheese boards, pairing well with fruits, nuts, and a variety of wines.
Extra Mature Cheddar
Extra Mature Cheddar cheese, is a variety of cheddar that has been aged for an extended period. This prolonged aging process develops a cheese with an intensely sharp, rich, and complex flavour profile that is both tangy and savoury. The texture of Extra Mature Cheddar is very firm and crumbly, frequently containing noticeable crunchy calcium lactate crystals that contribute to its distinctive mouthfeel. The color ranges from a rich, deep yellow to a darker, almost amber hue. This type of cheddar is ideal for those who enjoy bold and intense flavors. It is excellent for enhancing the taste of dishes such as baked potatoes, fondues, and gourmet cheese sauces. Extra Mature Cheddar is also perfect for cheese boards, offering a striking contrast when paired with sweet fruits, chutneys, and full-bodied wines or ales.
Vintage Cheddar
Vintage Cheddar cheese is a highly prized variety of cheddar that has been aged for an extended period, often over two years and sometimes up to four years or more. This lengthy maturation process results in a cheese with an exceptionally strong, rich, and complex flavor profile that is both sharp and full-bodied, often with nutty undertones and a pronounced tang. The texture of Vintage Cheddar is notably firm and crumbly, and it often contains crunchy calcium lactate crystals that add a unique texture. The colour can range from deep golden yellow to a rich, dark amber, reflecting its aged character.
Vintage Cheddar is ideal for those who appreciate robust and mature flavours. It is perfect for savouring on its own, served on a cheese board with fruits, nuts, and artisan bread. It also pairs beautifully with strong ales, full-bodied red wines, and port. In cooking, Vintage Cheddar adds an intense flavor to dishes such as gourmet mac and cheese, gratins, and premium cheese sauces.
Coloured Cheddars
Coloured Cheddar cheese is a variety of cheddar that has been enhanced with natural colourings, typically annatto, to give it a distinctive orange or deep yellow hue. The addition of annatto, a plant extract, does not significantly alter the taste of the cheese but provides an appealing visual difference. Coloured Cheddar can range from mild to extra mature, with the flavour profile varying based on the aging process.
The texture of Coloured Cheddar is similar to that of white cheddar, ranging from smooth and creamy in younger cheeses to firm and crumbly in aged varieties. The cheese's vibrant colour makes it visually appealing, adding a pop of colour to cheese boards, sandwiches, and salads.
Coloured Cheddar is versatile and can be used in a variety of culinary applications, including melted in dishes like mac and cheese, grilled cheese sandwiches, and casseroles, or served in slices for snacking. It pairs well with fruits, nuts, and a variety of beverages, including wines and ales. The coloured variety is often a favourite in regions where traditional orange cheddar is a staple, providing both visual and gustatory appeal.
Mozzarella & Mozzarella Mixes
Mozzarella cheese is a beloved cheese known for its mild flavour and stretchy, elastic texture. Mozzarella melts beautifully, making it a staple in dishes such as pizza, lasagne, and caprese salad. It can also be enjoyed fresh, sliced with tomatoes and basil, or used in sandwiches and appetizers. Its ability to melt smoothly and evenly makes it ideal for creating a gooey, cheesy topping on a wide range of dishes.
Mozzarella Cheddar is a cheese blend that combines the best qualities of both mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. This fusion results in a cheese with a balanced flavour profile, offering the mild, creamy, and stretchy characteristics of mozzarella along with the sharper, tangier notes of cheddar. The texture of Mozzarella Cheddar is smooth, with good melting properties. he blend of Mozzarella to Cheddar can be altered to suit customer requirements with typical blends being 50/50, 70/30 and 80/20.
Mozzarella analogue cheese is a type of cheese substitute designed to mimic the properties of traditional mozzarella cheese and blended with real Mozzarella, primarily in terms of melting, stretch, and texture. This cheese blend is typically made from a combination of dairy proteins, vegetable oils, starches, and various emulsifiers and stabilizers as well as real mozzarella. It is engineered to be cost-effective and stable. The flavour of mozzarella analogue cheese blends are generally mild, similar to that of 100% mozzarella, but it can sometimes have a slightly different mouthfeel due to the use of non-dairy ingredients. Its appearance is typically white to pale yellow. Mozzarella analogue cheese is commonly used in commercial food production, especially in frozen pizzas. The blend of Mozzarella to Analogue can be altered to suit customer requirements with typical blends being 50/50, 70/30 and 80/20.
These versatile cheese blends are perfect for a variety of culinary applications. It is an excellent choice for pizzas, providing the stretch and melt of mozzarella with a slightly more robust flavour. Mozzarella Cheddar is also great for casseroles, grilled cheese sandwiches, and baked pasta dishes. Its unique combination makes it a popular choice for those who want a richer taste without losing the classic meltability of mozzarella.
Italian Hard Cheeses
Italian Style Hard cheeses are versatile and flavourful cheeses known for there semi-hard texture and distinctive taste. They are often characterized by there smooth, creamy texture. The flavour profile of the cheeses are typically mild to medium, offering a pleasant balance between nutty and slightly tangy notes. The aging process can vary, influencing the intensity of its flavour.
Italian style hard cheeses are incredibly versatile. They are commonly grated or shaved over pasta, risotto, and soups, incorporated into sauces, or served as part of a cheese board. Their intense flavours pair well with robust red wines, aged balsamic vinegar, honey, nuts, and fruits such as pears and figs.
Emmental
Emmental cheese, is a Swiss cheese recognised by its large holes, smooth texture, and mild, nutty flavour. Made from cow's milk, it has a firm yet slightly springy texture and is pale yellow with characteristic round holes. Its mild, slightly sweet taste makes it ideal for sandwiches, burgers, and paninis, and it's a classic ingredient in Swiss fondue and gratins. Versatile and beloved, Emmental's excellent melting properties and distinctive flavour make it a favourite in many dishes and snacks.
Monterey Jack
Monterey Jack cheese, is a semi-hard cheese made from cow's milk, known for its mild, buttery, slightly tangy flavour and smooth, creamy texture. Typically white to pale yellow, it has excellent melting properties, making it ideal for dishes like quesadillas, nachos, and grilled cheese sandwiches. Versatile and popular, Monterey Jack cheese is a favourite in both snacking and cooking applications.
Gouda
Gouda cheese, is a semi-hard to hard cheese made from cow's milk, known for its rich, buttery flavour and smooth, creamy texture. It ranges in colour from pale yellow to deep amber, depending on its age. Young Gouda, aged for a few weeks to a few months, is mild and slightly sweet, while aged Gouda, matured for over a year, develops a more intense, caramel-like flavour with crunchy cheese crystals. Versatile in culinary use, Gouda melts beautifully for dishes like grilled cheese sandwiches and casseroles.
Edam
Edam cheese, is a semi-hard cheese made from cow's milk, known for its mild, slightly nutty flavour and smooth, firm texture. It is easily recognizable by its distinctive round shape. Edam is pale yellow inside and typically has a lower fat content compared to other cheeses, making it a lighter option. It is versatile in culinary applications, excellent for slicing and snacking, and melts well for use in ready meals and casseroles.
Smoked Cheddar
Smoked Cheddar cheese is a flavourful variation of traditional Cheddar, distinguished by its rich, smoky aroma and taste, achieved through a natural smoking process using wood such as hickory, applewood, or oak. This semi-hard cheese has a firm, slightly crumbly texture and ranges in colour from pale yellow to deep orange, often with a darker rind where the smoke has penetrated. The smoking process enhances its sharp, tangy flavour with a savoury, smokey depth, making it a versatile addition to various dishes. Smoked Cheddar is excellent for melting in burgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, and mac and cheese, offering a gourmet twist to both casual and fine dining experiences.
Cheese Blends
Blended cheeses offer a delightful fusion of traditional cheese varieties with a wide range of additional ingredients, enhancing the base cheese's natural flavours and textures. These combinations can include fruits, herbs, spices, vegetables, and even nuts, creating unique and visually appealing options. The base cheese, whether mild or sharp, creamy or firm, is complemented by the added ingredients, resulting in a complex and multi-dimensional flavour profile. These cheeses are versatile, perfect for cheese boards, snacking, sandwiches, or adding a gourmet touch to various dishes. Blended cheeses pair well with a variety of wines, beers, and accompaniments such as fruits, nuts, and crackers, making them a popular choice for both casual and gourmet dining experiences.
Dairyfields Pizza Cheese
Dairyfield’s Pizza Cheese is a custom blend of Mozzarella and Mozzarella Analogue grated product, designed to be the perfect Pizza topping. Ideal for Pizzeria’s and take away houses as well as food manufacturing. Offering a cost effective and stable alternative to 100% Mozzarella.
Dairyfields Catering Cheese
Dairyfield’s Mild Cheese is a custom blend of Cheddar and Cheddar Analogue grated product, designed to be the perfect functional cheese for a variety of uses. Ideal for commercial catering and food manufacturing, offering a cost effective and stable alternative to 100% cheddar.