Bacon and Onion Cheddar Cheese

Sharp, tangy cheddar cheese, real smoky bacon, and onion make Renard’s Bacon and Onion Cheddar. It’s a delicious addition to burgers or sandwiches!

Natural Bacon Onion Cheddar Cheese

Product Description: This distinct and tangy sharp cheddar melts in your mouth. The cheese’s flavors of bacon and onions bring layers of complexity and richness. The bacon brings a smoky yet salty taste, while the subtle onion flavor balances the richness of the bacon.

Pairings and Complementary Flavors:

Cocktails: Old-Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, Bourbon Manhattan, or Bloody Mary
~ The classic Old Fashioned is an excellent match for the smoky and savory cheese flavors.
~ A Whiskey Sour has smooth and slightly sweet notes that delicately contrast with the intensity of bacon onion cheddar.
~ The robust flavors of a Bourbon Manhattan enhance the richness of the cheese, making it a delectable pairing.
~ A Bloody Mary can also be an excellent match for a salty and savory experience. The combination of tomato juice, vodka, and Worcestershire sauce blend perfectly with the cheese’s smoky notes.

Wine: Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Syrah, Chardonnay, or Rosé
~ Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, and Syrah all provide an intriguing contrast when paired.
~ A lightly oaked Chardonnay with notes of butter, caramel, or tropical fruits can complement the savory and smoky flavors of bacon onion cheddar.
~ Rosé provided a more refreshing and flavorful pairing.

Beer: Brown Ale, Amber Ale, Belgian Stout, Porter, or IPA
~ Brown or Amber Ale, with balanced malt, forward sweetness, moderate hop bitterness, and toasty caramel flavors, complement the cheese’s tangy and decadent flavors.
~ A rich Belgian Stout or Porter with dark chocolate and coffee flavors can contrast the savory and smoky notes in the cheese and offer a unique pairing.
~ IPA’s hoppy bitterness and citrus pine notes perfectly complement the intense flavors of bacon onion cheddar.

Accompaniments: bread, crackers, fruit, fig jam, chutney, nuts, pickles, mustard, meats
~ Crusty bread or lightly seasoned crackers provide a neutral base and a textural contrast. In comparison, nuts do the same while also adding a nutty flavor.
~ The crispness and natural sweetness of sliced apples or pears contrast the savory flavors, while fig jam or chutney combines sweet and savory, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.
~ The acidity in pickles or grainy mustard cuts through the richness of the cheese. Thinly sliced prosciutto or smoked sausage complements the cheese beautifully.

Suggested uses:
~ Its unique flavors will add variety and interest to a cheese board
~ Add an extra boost of smoky flavor to sandwiches, burgers, salads, stuffed potatoes, pasta, casseroles, breakfast dishes, savory pies, and quiches
~ Create a gourmet grilled cheese or gourmet macaroni and cheese