White Stilton Cheese with Apple & Pear

"England’s highly esteemed Stilton® cheese is protected by the European Union with a PDO, or protected designation of origin, to ensure any cheese bearing the name lives up to its spectacular reputation—cheeses like Trader Joe’s White Stilton¨ Cheese with Apple & Pear. Produced for us in Leicestershire, in the heart of the Vale of Belvoir, to be precise, this White Stilton¨ is made only from locally pasteurized cow’s milk, infused with a sweet Apple & Pear compote and dried red Apple pieces. It’s unpressed during its six-week aging period, which is the key to creating its characteristically airy texture. The result is a sensationally light, slightly tangy cheese that offers pops of fruitiness throughout, complementing the savory flavor and creamy-crumbly nature of the base. Consider crumbling this Stilton¨ atop a salad, or layering a thick slice on a grilled vegetable sandwich. Of course, it presents particularly well on a cheeseboard alongside Pumpkin Cranberry Crisps and freshly sliced pears (plan ahead—it’s best enjoyed after a 30-minute rest at room temperature)."