Articles: Your Guide to All Things Cheese

Key Takeaways Wisconsin earned its title as America’s Dairyland through over a century of cheese-making excellence, producing more than 2 billion pounds of cheese each year. A true Wisconsin cheese curd should squeak against your teeth when you bite it,...

Key Takeaways Fried cheese curds are a beloved Midwest tradition that you can easily make at home using three methods: deep-frying in oil, oven-baking, or air frying Classic oil frying delivers that iconic state fair crunch with a molten, stretchy...

Key Takeaways Cheese curds are the freshest form of cheddar cheese, and Gardner’s Wisconsin curds are celebrated for their clean, rich flavor and consistent quality Curds are at their absolute best within 1–3 days of creation, when they still deliver...

Key Takeaways Aged white cheddar cheese is a Wisconsin favorite known for its sharp, nutty, and tangy flavor that develops over years of careful aging in temperature-controlled rooms. “White” cheddar simply means no annatto coloring was added, while “aged” refers...

Key Takeaways Sharp cheese typically refers to cheddar cheese that has been aged longer, developing a tangier, more pronounced flavor and firmer texture compared to mild varieties. The term “sharp” is not legally regulated in the U.S., different brands use...