Looking for some extra zest in your cheddar? Tillamook Cheese has just added three brand new, distinct cheddars to its long line of cheeses: Garlic White Cheddar, Garlic Chili Pepper Cheddar and Smoked Black Pepper White Cheddar. All are naturally aged and produced with milk from cows not supplemented with artificial growth hormones (rBST).

Garlic White Cheddar was created for the true garlic lovers, with distinct flavors of roasted garlic skillfully blended with the creaminess of white cheddar. The roasted garlic in the Garlic Chili Pepper Cheddar tames the red chili peppers “just a bit,” while still leaving a definite kick when blended into the cheddar cheese. Smoked Black Pepper White Cheddar will give the palate the smooth texture of the white cheddar combined with a burst of smokey black pepper.

“Due to the Artisan cheese movement, timing seems right for the expansion of our cheddar line because consumers are increasingly open to new cheeses with unique flavors, textures and ingredients,” said Kathy Holstad, Tillamook Cheese marketing director. “We are very excited to introduce our new cheddars to consumers who already enjoy Tillamook products and are looking for something a little different.”

All three new cheddars can be served sliced on a cheese platter and paired with fruit and wine, or used in recipes for a heightened flavor. The new product line will be available soon on the specialty cheese table.

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