DeLallo Sharp Cheddar Cheese is the all-American classic you crave. Recognized by its distinct orange hue and smooth firm texture, there’s a reason this staple cow’s milk cheese is considered an American favorite. DeLallo Sharp Cheddar Cheese is handcrafted in small batches and expertly aged for that lovable rich and tangy farmstead flavor and supple, yet somewhat crumbly texture. It’s the snacking and serving cheese you love!

• Handcrafted in small batches.
• Sharp aged cheese with a rich and tangy  flavor.
• Smooth, firm, slightly crumbly texture.
• Beloved deli classic with a lively orange hue.
• Super snacking and entertaining cheese.
• Gluten free.
• Preservative free.
• Vegetarian.

Kitchen and Usage Tips:

Sharp Cheddar Cheese is a superb melting cheese, making it perfect for baked pasta, grilled cheese sandwiches and cheese sauces. Use it in casseroles, quiche, breakfast eggs and cheesy potatoes. Create hearty cheese soups too! As a serving cheese, Sharp Cheddar is a staple that can be paired up with all of your favorite antipasti: olives, pickles, peppers, bruschetta, gourmet toasts and more. It pairs well with both salty and sweet: fresh cut apples, grapes, roasted nuts, pretzels, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is sharp cheddar cheese?

Sharp Cheddar Cheese is a type of Cheddar cheese that has been aged longer to give it a more pronounced and complex flavor profile. Mild Cheddar Cheese is milky, creamy and sweet with a super soft texture. Once aged, this same cheese becomes more tangy and sharp with a firm, crumbly texture. Depending on the aging process, it can become very hard and even develop calcium crystals. The longer the aging, the more intense the flavor.

What does sharp cheddar cheese taste like?

Sharp Cheddar Cheese is known for a fuller, more intense flavor than its mild counterparts. Its intensity depends on its aging process. Generally, though, Sharp Cheddar Cheese is rich, tangy and complex.

What is the difference between sharp cheddar cheese and cheddar cheese?

The difference between Sharp Cheddar Cheese and Mild Cheddar Cheese is its aging process. Sharp Cheddar Cheese is aged to develop a more complex, rich and tangy flavor and a more firm, almost crumbly texture. Mild Cheddar Cheese is creamy, smooth and sweet. Its flavor is much less intense.

How do I use sharp cheddar cheese?

In the kitchen, Sharp Cheddar Cheese can be used on burgers, grilled cheese sandwiches and melts. Use it in omelets, quiche and cheesy baked casseroles. Create the classic macaroni and cheese recipe or other baked pasta dishes.