TIP OF THE DAY: Mexican Cheese Course

We’ve been asked how to put together a cheese plate for Cinco de Mayo. Truth to tell, Mexico’s signature cheeses, from fresh to aged, are white cheeses made for cooking. They’re not intended to be nibbled during cocktail hour or as a cheese course. To learn about Mexican cheeses for cooking, read our article, Cooking…
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RECIPE: Torta Española, Spanish Omelet

A torta española. The omelet can be customized in endless ways. Photo courtesy PaperChef.   Our review of Diestel Ranch turkey chorizo inspired us to whip up a torta española for breakfast. One of the most popular uses for crumbled chorizo is in a torta española, or Spanish omelet. Made with eggs, potatoes and onions,…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Truffle Cheese

One of our favorite cheese experiences is truffle cheese. It provides all the pleasure of a shaved truffles dish at a fraction of the price. The cheese makers use bits and pieces that have fallen off the precious truffles during handling. Truffle cheeses are typically made from a blend of cow’s milk and sheep’s milk…
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