The award-winning Jarlsberg® cheese, which hails from Norway, is famous the world over for its distinctive sweet and nutty taste and its large, round holes.
With over 60 years of production Jarlsberg® is a unique offering. It is often compared to Emmental but differs in many ways:
1) different production methods
2) different bacteria cultures
3) differences in composition of humidity and aromatic components
The result is that Jarlsberg® has smaller holes, is not as dry, and the texture is softer and creamier.
OUR ORIGINS
The story of the cheese goes all the way back to 1956 when the academic community at the Agricultural University of Norway in Ås started developing a unique new cheese.
Professor Ole Martin Ystgaard and his team developed a semi-hard, medium-fat cheese with holes, successfully combining cheese-making traditions with modern technologies. The actual secret behind the cheese is the cheese culture, which gives Jarlsberg its unique taste and eye formation.
Fast forward more than six decades, cheese lovers – and world-class chefs – adore Jarlsberg®, not only for its taste and appearance, but for its meltability and versatility. Not forgetting to mention it’s also naturally lactose-free and suitable for vegetarians.
It’s perfect as a regular staple for sandwiches, to complement salads, to create memorable cheeseboards or indulgent appetisers, as an irresistible cheeky late-night snack or to elevate toasties, pizza, fries, nachos, burgers, mac and cheese, fondue and more… the list is endless!
Here at Rowcliffe we offer Jarlsberg® in a variety of sizes to cater for your needs, ranging from a 10kg wheel to 160g sliced and pre-packed. During May Jarlsberg® is on promotion with 15% off across the range.
You’ll find lots of recipe ideas for Jarlsberg® but the Melted Maui Madness Burger recipe is a particular summer favourite.
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