Chuck Zumbrun

Tales from Skunk Hill

Cheese Update

6 weeks ago I made cheese. Today was the moment of truth; time to taste the cheese.

Here’s the cheese after I waxed and labeled it.

The whole cheese
Ready to be sliced

I probably should’ve aged it longer, but impatience won out.  Out came the knife and…

Sliced cheese
Sliced Cheese

It looks great!  A nice rind, a clean, creamy interior.  A wonderful cheesy aroma.  That’s all nice, but how did it taste?  That’s what really matters.

It was tasty!  It was like a Manchego, fresh and creamy and tasting of milk.  Was it the best cheese I’ve ever eaten?  Definitely not, but it pleasant to eat and very fresh tasting.    I’m very pleased with the result.

3 responses to “Cheese Update”

  1. Missy Avatar
    Missy

    Yeah, Skunk Hill Cheese! And I noticed the All Clad product placement. LOL

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  2. Royce Avatar
    Royce

    I hope there’s some cheese left to taste at this month’s reading! Enjoyed reading your blog.

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  3. Kathy Avatar
    Kathy

    I can’t believe you used the word “sliced” instead of “cut” – as in “cut the cheese.”

    Reply

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