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One Perfect Cheese

By Jennifer Meier, About.com

Appenzeller and Apples

Photo by Jennifer Meier

A cheese plate doesn't always have to feature a multitude of cheeses. If you find one perfectly ripe and delicious cheese at the store, don't be afraid to serve it alone. Ask your Cheesemonger for guidance. They should be happy to show you which cheeses in their store are particularly delicious and ripe at the moment.

There are several ways to serve one cheese:

Garnish with Fruit

  • Sliced apples
  • Sliced pears
  • Grape clusters
  • Dried apricots
  • Fresh berries
  • Garnish with Nuts

  • Almonds
  • Spiced Pecans
  • Walnuts

    Pair With a Spread

  • Honey with blue cheese
  • Apricot Jam with fresh goat cheese
  • Cherry Chutney with fresh goat cheese
  • Spiced Apples with cheddar

    Garnish with Sliced Meat


    Sliced Meats:
  • Salami
  • Prosciutto
  • Serrano
  • Bresola
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