Whether you’re hosting a party of ten or catering to a party of one (you + your couch + your cheese board), you want to make sure your Cabot cheddar tastes its best. Follow these 5 tips on how to serve, enjoy and store cheese properly.
Why you should let your cheese breathe + the best spot for cheese storage in your fridge. #cabotcheese Click To TweetStep 1.
Choose a cheese board to display your favorite Cabot cheddars on. We love these stone slabs from American Stonecraft. They source stones from the fields of local farmers (including Freund’s Farm and Tully Farm – both of which are Cabot family farmers!
Step 2.
Bring your cheddar to room temperature before you enjoy it. This will take some patience on your part. Yes, Cabot cheddar is delicious straight out of the fridge, but for the richest possible flavor, texture and aroma, letting it come to room temperature is crucial. You’ll want to leave your cheese to “rest” covered—but out of the fridge—for at least an hour. We repeat, up to an hour out of the fridge is best, but if you dig in before, we won’t point fingers! 
Step 3.
Serve your cheddar with delicious pairings. Get inspired by one of these spreads:
Click here to check out our ultimate cheese pairing guide
Step 4.
Ready to wrap things up? The best way to store Cabot cheese is in its original wrapper then wrapped loosely in plastic wrap. This helps the cheese retain its moisture and allows it to “breathe.” Another cheese wrap option we love is re-usable Bees Wrap, made in Vermont, and a fellow B Corporation.
Watch how we like to wrap things up:
Step 5.
The best spot for cheese storage is the coldest part of your fridge. That’s usually not your dairy drawer (surprise!), but rather the back of your refrigerator. Cabot Cheddar will keep for several months in the fridge! Though who are we kidding? Most likely you’ll be buying a new block of cheddar before the month is out.
See more ways to use Cabot cheddar with these great recipes.
Comments (15)
Made me hungry!
A larger block as it would be a great gift say 2 or more pounds.
Thanks for the storage info.
Love your products! All of them!!! Thanks for the tips!!
Where can I buy the 5 year aged wax wrapped cheese.
We no longer have the 5 year aged, it’s now 4 year!
You can find that specialty cheese at our retail locations – located here: https://www.cabotcheese.coop/visit-us
OR you can order online: http://www.dakinfarm.com/Cabot-4-Year-Old-School-Cheddar,3492.html?b=s*cabot+4+year+old+school+cheddar&s=b&p=1&c=1
Hope this helps!
We’re delighted that your such a strong Cabot supporter! We appreciate your support of our farmer owners 🙂 ~Rachael
We’re glad you’re enjoying the tips! Thanks for letting us know 🙂 ~Rachael
You always put out a beautiful display….love all your suggestions, and your cheeses!!
If a little mold forms on the cheddar, is it ok to cut it off and still use the cheese? I’m talking about just a few little spots.
Thanks for the kind words Cindy! We appreciate your support of our farm family owners 🙂 ~Rachael
Yes Joan, personally I just cut off any surface mold and you’re good to go! ~Rachael
We do have 2 and 3 pound blocks available! Check out Dakin Farm to order if you can’t find these sizes near you: https://www.dakinfarm.com/Cabot-Seriously-Sharp,3228.html?b=s*cabot+cheddar&s=b&p=5&c=6 ~Rachael
Looking for a template to print out labels with names of variety of Cabot cheeses for cheese platter at bridal shower. Any ideas?
Hi Merrie! We don’t have anything like that, but we love the idea and we are passing along to the team! Perhaps a search on pinterest will provide some template options? Good luck! ~Rachael