Recipes

Truffle Cheddar Loaded Charcuterie Crisps

If you’re looking for an elevated loaded crisps recipe that feels indulgent yet effortless, these Truffle & Charcuterie Loaded Crisps are the perfect choice. Ideal for spring gatherings, summer entertaining, or as a sophisticated sharing platter, this gourmet crisp recipe combines creamy truffle cheddar, delicate Parma ham, sweet figs and a drizzle of honey for a beautifully balanced flavour experience.

The Ultimate Italian-Inspired Ciabatta with Melted Italiano Cheddar

Indulge in the ultimate Italian-inspired ciabatta sandwich, layered with melted Italiano garlic and tomato cheddar, Parma ham, fresh rocket, and ripe tomatoes, all brought together with rich green pesto. A luxurious, gourmet option perfect for lunch, picnics, or al fresco dining.

Roasted Cauliflower Cheese Soup featuring our Black Bob Extra Mature Cheddar

An easy but delicious midweek supper, this roasted cauliflower and thyme soup, features the award-winning Black Bob Extra Mature Cheddar. This soup is creamy, rich, and packed with flavour, perfect for enjoying on any night in for supper or a quick and easy lunch.

Royal Blue Cheshire Double Baked Soufflés

Double baking using mild and tasty Hartington Blue Stilton is the stress free method to make Souffles. To reduce the richness and also the fat content we have used half fat skimmed milk and half fat Creme Fraiche the result is still fantastically tasty.

Festive Cranberry Sausage Rolls with Cranberry Cheshire Cheese

If you’re looking for the ultimate festive party food or a standout Christmas recipe, these Cranberry Sausage Rolls with Cranberry Cheshire Cheese are guaranteed to impress. Combining rich, savoury sausage meat with the indulgent creaminess of premium Cranberry Cheshire, this recipe transforms a classic snack into a luxurious treat, perfect for Christmas gatherings, New Year’s celebrations, or seasonal entertaining.

Black Bob Mature Cheddar Cheese Creamy Dreamy Pasta

Once you have tasted this creamy cheesy pasta you will never buy a jar of pre-prepared pasta sauce again. It is creamy and cheesy with a burst of tomato and herby goodness, use your favourite dried herbs to create your own unique version.

Caramelised Onion & Rioja Cheddar Cheese Smashed Potatoes

Dare we say it, but if you have a little cheese and chutney left over then this is the perfect recipe to use up a few ingredients. Use as little or as much of the cheese and chutney to create this perfect side dish to any main. You could also serve them alone with some sour cream, just add some chives!

Vintage Cheddar Cheese Savoury Hot Cross Buns

Vintage Cheddar Cheese Savoury Hot Cross Buns Easter is full of sweet treats, so how about switching up an Easter classic with a savoury twist! These hot cross buns are made with our special aged vintage cheddar cheese for a rich and mature flavour, perfectly paired with salted butter and an extra sprinkle of cheese! Ingredients 250ml whole milk 50g unsalted butter 500g strong white bread flour plus 5 tbsp 7g fast-action dried yeast ½ tsp cayenne pepper 1 egg-beaten 150g Vintage Special Aged Cheddar Method Warm the butter and milk together until warm but not hot. Mix the flour, yeast, salt and pepper in a large mixing bowl and make a well in the centre Pour in the warm milk mixture and a beaten egg Knead until the dough is smooth, this should take about 6-8 minutes. Cover over and leave the dough for about two hours for it to double in size. Stretch the dough out into a large square and top on the grated Vintage cheddar. Lightly knead again until the cheese is distributed throughout the dough. Divide into 12 balls and set onto a baking tray with enough room for them to rise. Cover over for around 30 minutes. Mix 5 tbsp of flour with 5 tbsp of water to form a paste, then use this to make a cross on top of each bun. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes at 180°c. Serve warm with your choice of accompaniments!

Loaded Hummus Platter

Bring some sunshine to your next hummus platter. The Cheshire Cheese Company and Olives Et Al have collaborated to bring you the ultimate loaded hummus platter, perfect for Summer; it’s a great crowd-pleaser.

Christmas Party Canapés

Christmas Party Canapes Christmas canapés and party food guide - Festive recipes filled with cheese, charcuterie and delicious accompaniments! Get your Christmas party food sorted with Cheshire Cheese Company! From showstopping charcuterie trees to delicious canapés, we've got the perfect festive spread for you! Find all the recipes for these delicious snacks below. Truffle and Prosciutto Swirls Truffle & Prosciutto Swirls Ingredients ❆ 150g Hunter truffle and cracked black pepper cheddar ❆ One pack of prosciutto ❆ Puff pastry 320g ❆ One egg ❆ Black pepper Method Allow pastry to come to room temperature and roll out until 1cm thick. Cut width ways down the middle. Lay the prosciutto covering one half of the pastry and grate your Hunter cheddar and add a generous layer on top of the ham. Lay the other half of the pastry sheet on top of the cheese and press down. Cut the pastry into thin strips and then twist into long lines. Twist the pastry to make a swirls Brush with egg wash and crack fresh black pepper over the top. Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes at 180 degrees. Allow to cool, add a sprig of rosemary and enjoy! Whipped Cranberry Cheshire Crostinis Whipped Cranberry Cheshire Crostinis Ingredients ❆ 200g Cranberry Cheshire ❆ 180g cream cheese ❆ One fresh baguette ❆ Olive oil ❆ Honey ❆ Fresh cranberries ❆ Rosemary Method Slice your baguette, brush with olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and place until the grill for a couple of minutes until golden. Chop your Cranberry Cheshire and add to a food processor along with the cream cheese. Blend until you have a smooth consistency. Generously spread your whipped Cheshire onto the baguette. Add a drizzle of honey, a couple of cranberries and a sprig of rosemary. Serve and enjoy! Mini Jerk spice Chilli & Garlic Scones Mini Jerk spice Chilli & Garlic Scones Ingredients ❆100g Jerk Spice chilli and garlic cheddar ❆112g self raising flour ❆Pinch of salt ❆Pinch of Paprika ❆½ tsp Baking powder ❆27g chilled butter, cubed ❆50ml milk Method Add dry ingredients to a bowl and mix. Add butter and rub in until you have a breadcrumb consistency. Add around 70g of cheese and mix until combined. Add milk and mix until you have a smooth dough. Roll out until 1-2cm thick. Cut out and place on a baking tray. Brush with egg wash and top with remaining cheese. Bake for about 12 minutes until they’ve risen and are golden. Allow to cool, serve plain or fill with charcuterie meats, cheese and chutneys. Charcuter-tree Charcuter-tree Ingredients ❆ Styrophone cone ❆ Cling film ❆ 3 of your favourite truckles (we use Smokewood aged smoked Red Leicster, Black Bob extra mature Cheddar and Reserva, caramelised onion and rioja cheddar.) ❆ Olives ❆ Tomatos ❆ Grapes ❆ Charcuterie meats ❆ Rosemary Method Wrap your cone in clingfilm. Cut your cheese into bite sized cubes. Using cocktail sticks, layer the cheese, charcuterie meats and other accompaniments. Enjoy with our artisan biscuits and small batch chutneys. Get stocked up for christmas with our bundles of delicious waxed cheeses, or treat someone special to a decadent cheese hamper filled with artisan cheeses and delicious accompaniments. With gifts starting at £14.95, theres something to gift to all the cheese lovers in your life! Shop online now to get stocked up with cheese and charcuterie board treats for christmas.