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Farmstead Cheeses
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Larkhaven Farm’s product line currently consists of six cheeses, all adapted from traditional recipes:
Now made with all sheep milk, this cheese is very popular at our market booths. The varied paste is creamy, with a mild yet adventurous flavor. Approx. ˝ to 1lb wheels.
Another new cheese we are especially excited about is Okanogan Maple Leaf, now made with 100% sheep milk Expect a semi-firm to semi-soft interior with lots of forest-floor earthiness and a variable paste. 1.5 - 2lb wheels
Made with sheep milk, this hard cheese has a dry, flaky texture and a characteristically full-bodied flavor. Shepherd's Gem showcases the unique richness of sheep milk cheeses. It is a slow-aging cheese that matures similarly to cheddar, but the sharp accents never overwhelm the warm, sweet & nutty, satisfying flavor. Excellent eaten sliced or use for grating. Aged 10-12 months, 3 - 4.5 lb wheels
This is a washed-rind table cheese made with ewe’s milk, taking advantage of the lush graze of spring and summer. Its robust flavors contrast beautifully with its complex texture. Named after a local landmark and our wild roses, the cheese forms its rind with the aid of an orangey- rose-colored mold that enhances both the appearance and the flavor over the aging period. For people who like "stinky" cheese, this is a sure winner, yet it is mild enough to bring along the more shy tastes. Approx. 3 lb. wheels
This smooth-textured, semi-hard, natural-rind goat cheese is a surprise hit, developed for a small, local market and scooped up by wider appreciation. The flavor is mellow and balanced, yet is enjoyed even by those who thought they didn't like goat cheese. Cayuse flavor develops quite early; its summer version is a good, medium-sharp cheese, while the reserve wheels, available later in the season, will be quite sharp, Cayuse Mountain matches well with many dishes, and is a wonderful treat by itself with a glass of red wine. Aged 10 months. 5 - 7 lb wheels
Named after a local landmark, this firm-textured hard cheese is aged at least 90 days in a special brine. Made with a combination of sheep and goat milk, it is similar to Greek feta, but it's not just a cheese to crumble on salads — the depth of flavor developed during aging makes it a stunning addition to the gourmet cheese plate. Approx. 10lb buckets.
