Finlandia Cheese Giveaway

Cheese truly makes everything better.  It's a versatile food that works in entrees, desserts, and sides.  Since cooler weather is here, why not have a grilled cheese with a tomato soup for dinner? Have you sunk your teeth into a bowl of four cheese macaroni and cheese lately? I know I'm always up for a cheeseburger.  If you're having a party, a favorite party snack is cheese and crackers.  As you can see, cheese pairs with so many different options beautifully.  If you're looking to have a fantastic weekend this weekend, make sure to add some cheese to your meals.

Finlandia cheeses are all natural, lactose free, and contain no added hormones.  With over 150 years of master cheese making experience, you'll find robust flavors and superior melting quality in all of their flavors including swiss, light swiss, lacey swiss, muenster, gouda, havarti and more.  Which flavor sounds best to you? I am partial to havarti and muenster.

The cheesy possibilities are endless.  Go ahead and make Finlandia the star of the show.

 

 

Ariane Duarte, Executive Chef of award-winning CulinAriane restaurant and finalist on Bravo's Top Chef, recommends the following entertaining tip.  "Guests love to feel pampered and one way that you can do that is to replicate the restaurant experience at home. I created these simple restaurant recipes using Finlandia cheese because of its incredible flavor."

 

All the cheeses pair well with a variety of different main dish proteins like turkey burgers, hamburgers, or even grilled chicken.  For individuals looking for lighter cheeses, lacey swiss and light swiss are both so tasty that your guests will never know that they're actually eating something good for them.  Finlandia cheeses melt slowly and thoroughly, but maintain their texture and taste. 

 

Check out some of Chef Duarte's recipes.  Maybe you'll be inspired to use Finlandia cheese in your next dish!

 

Jumpin’ Turkey Swiss Burgers

Created by Chef Ariane Duarte

Serves 6

2 lbs Ground Turkey

1 or 2 jalapeño peppers, small dice (depending on how much heat you like)

½ c chopped cilantro

1T ground cumin

1t chopped garlic

1 small onion, diced

Salt & pepper

12 slices Finlandia Swiss or Light Swiss Cheese

6 burger buns of your choice

In a bowl, combine all ingredients. Divide equally into 6 balls. Form into patties and place on grill. Grill on high heat - 4 minutes on 1 side, then turn and finish for about 3 to 4 minutes on the other. Add two slices of Finlandia Swiss and let melt. Then, place on your bun with your favorite accompaniments.

 

 

Prosciutto and Finlandia Grilled Swiss Cheese with Olive Tapenade

Created by Chef Ariane Duarte

 

Serves 4

 

¼ lb. imported prosciutto

1 package Finlandia Swiss sliced cheese

8 slices sliced country white bread

4T butter

 

Olive Tapenade

1c olives (your choice) – pits removed

2 cloves garlic

1t red pepper flake

1T olive oil

1T chopped parsley

 

Add all ingredients to a food processor and pulse about 6 times.

Spread tapenade on all 8 slices of bread. Then add a slice of cheese and a slice of prosciutto to only 4 slices and top with each of the remaining 4 slices.

Melt butter on a griddle and toast “sandwiches” golden brown and until cheese melts.

 

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