Sainsbury's · 220 g
Sainsbury's Blue Stilton Cheese 220g
What it is
This is a pasteurized cow's milk blue cheese. It is a crumbly cheese with a distinctive blue veining throughout. The flavor is rich, tangy, and slightly spicy. It is produced in the East Midlands of England and is a protected designation of origin (PDO) cheese. This means it must be made in a specific region of England using traditional methods. The cheese is aged for a minimum of nine weeks, allowing its characteristic flavor and texture to develop.
How people cook with it
Blue Stilton is a versatile cheese that can be enjoyed in many ways.
- Served with crackers
- Crumbled into salads
- Melted into sauces
- Paired with fruit
Blue Stilton is often served as part of a cheese board, perhaps alongside a port wine or a strong ale. It pairs wonderfully with pears, apples, and walnuts. For cooking, it can be crumbled into a warm salad or melted into a creamy sauce for pasta or steak. It also adds a pungent depth to soups, such as a leek and potato soup. When baking, it can be incorporated into savory scones or tarts. Its strong flavor means a little goes a long way.
How it differs from similar foods
Unlike milder blue cheeses, Blue Stilton has a more robust and complex flavor profile. Its texture is also typically more crumbly than some other blues, which can make it easier to break apart and incorporate into dishes. The characteristic sharp tang is a hallmark of this specific cheese.
Who it is for
Home cooks and cheese enthusiasts who appreciate strong, traditional flavors will enjoy this cheese.
How to keep the rest
To keep the rest of the cheese fresh, wrap it tightly in its original packaging or in parchment paper and then place it in an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator. It is best consumed within a week of opening to maintain its optimal flavor and texture.