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Now, thanks to this Cheese, Bacon and Cheddar can more efficiently and effectively transform the character of baked potatoes, French fries, burgers, broccoli, apple slices, macaroni, biscuits, quiche…We very literally could go on all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrader Joe’s Bacon Cheddar Cheese is handcrafted for us in upstate New York by a master cheesemaker with extensive experience in traditional European Cheddaring techniques and an instinct for blending. Aged for 18 months, the Cheddar is full flavored and mildly sharp with firm, smooth texture. It’s merged with pieces of our very own Trader Joe’s Uncured Applewood Smoked Bacon, which contribute richly savory, sweet-smoky character to every bite. From snacking on while watching a game, to serving as part of a charcuterie spread at a formal gathering, Trader Joe’s Bacon Cheddar can carry the crowds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kate's Crates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43484203319338,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/8348\/2666\/files\/webp-1280_b32cc21b-3b8c-4fcf-86a9-47b17a328ff2.webp?v=1756223281"},{"product_id":"fresh-mozzarella-cheese-log","title":"Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Log","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a product that really makes us want to have a Caprese salad for lunch. Or dinner. And because Trader Joe’s Fresh Mozzarella Log is so fresh and so easy to use, making that salad will be easier than ever. Inside the package are slices of fresh mozzarella, perfectly sized to perch atop a substantial slice of tomato, and longing to be topped with a basil leaf. Instant Insalata Caprese, no cheese slicing required. Each package contains 16 ounces of Fresh Mozzarella, crafted with milk from cows – primarily from Idaho’s fertile Treasure Valley – not treated with rBST. The cheese is mild and milky and fresh-tasting, as a good Fresh Mozzarella should always be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes time to craft that Caprese, be sure to pick up a Basil Plant and some Organic Tomatoes on the Vine, and some good olive oil \u0026amp; balsamic vinegar to round out the recipe (you could also choose from the myriad dressing options you’ll find on our grocery shelves or in our refrigerator case). Of course, you can also use this pre-sliced Fresh Mozzarella Log for panini, pizza, or cut into smaller pieces to toss into a salad.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kate's Crates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43484204269610,"sku":null,"price":6.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/8348\/2666\/files\/webp-1280_d9a44f44-cb77-4a86-8d6b-07c0ee665dcb.webp?v=1756223347"},{"product_id":"cambozola®-triple-cream-cheese","title":"Cambozola® Triple Cream Cheese","description":"\u003cp\u003eTrader Joe’s Triple Cream Soft Ripened Cambozola Blue Cheese may be an obnoxious mouthful to say, but we can promise you that you’ll never have enough mouthfuls of this classic German blue cheese varietal. A relatively new-to-the-world example of blue cheese, Cambozola Blue Cheese, or “blue brie” has a smooth, creamy texture with a considerably mild blue cheese flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCambozola is a cross between Camembert and Gorgonzola (and generously named after them with Cambozola being a portmanteau of the two). It marries the creaminess of its Penicillium Camemberti focused mother cheese and the blue speckled veins and sharpness of its Penicillium Roqueforti using father, Gorgonzola. This gives it a blend of savory, nutty flavors with hints of sweetness that enhances this marriage of cheeses found in our Cambozola Blue Cheese. It’s a wonderful start to get into the world of blue cheese if you’re intimidated by the intense aromas and tangy tastes. 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Made with milk from cows not treated with rBST and microbial (non-animal) enzymes, this Sharp Cheddar comes conveniently sliced into quintessentially cracker-sized quadrilaterals and packaged in a convenient, resealable container. When company comes calling (or when the kids get home from school, or when your favorite TV show beckons, etc.), all you need to do is pop off the lid, grab a sleeve of your favorite TJ’s crackers, and—presto!—snacks are served!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kate's Crates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43484204498986,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/8348\/2666\/files\/webp-1280_7951b051-bc1e-4c49-aaad-41787d5a9102.webp?v=1756223421"},{"product_id":"chevre-with-fine-herbs","title":"Chevre with Fine Herbs","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaking a cheese board for guests who have a low tolerance for cheese from cow’s milk? 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It means “very old” in Italian (or “very mature” when describing cheese) and is used to let the buyer know that this cheese has been aged a full 36 months before hitting the market. We know what you’re thinking, “unaged Parm is already so good, why do I have to wait three more years?” And to that we say just try a bite and you’ll understand why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParmigiano Reggiano Stravecchio is more mellow than a younger Parmesan and lacks the acidity and pale color of a young cheese. 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However, instead of allowing the Monterey Jack to fully mature and turn into the well-loved, semi-soft cheese that it is, peppers are added during the cheesemaking process. This is where the “Pepper” part of the name comes in. Jalapeño peppers, habanero peppers, and red bell peppers are diced and added into the cheese resulting in perfectly spicy and incredibly herbaceous cheese. You could say we put the ‘pepper’ in Pepper Jack!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese bold flavors go wonderful with quesadillas, and used to top hamburger patties. 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From the six months careful aging to the basket-weave pattern on the cheese’s rind, to the aromas of flowers, nuts, and lavender, Trader Joe's Manchego is traditional in all ways but one: price. Generally, the price for this very special cheese tends to be very high. But because we sell a great deal of Manchego, we’ve been able to negotiate a terrific cost from our supplier, which in turn enables us to offer it to you for an excellent price. 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