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NAME TYPE COUNTRY HIGHLIGHTS
Appenzell Swiss Rich Complex Earthy
Asiago (non aged) Italy Mild Nutty
Beaufort France Savory Herbacious Slighty Sweet
Beaumont France Mild Nutty
Caciotta Italy Mild
Caerphilly USA Sharp
Camembert France Rich Buttery
Cantal France Mild Complex Nutty Buttery
Carré de l'est France Smokey
Chaubier France Rich Buttery Nutty
Cheddar Great Britain Mild Rich
Cheshire Great Britain Rich Mild Earthy
Chimay Belgium Mild Earthy
Comte France Rich Complex
Danbo Denmark Mild
Derby United Kingdom Smooth Creamy Nutty
Edam Holland Mild Nutty
Esrom = Danish Port Salut Denmark Pundgent
Fiore Sardo Italy Rich Sweet Nutty
fontina Italy Rich Creamy Nutty
gamonedo Spain Complex Earthy Sharp
Gouda Holland Mild Nutty Rich
Gruyere Switzerland Complex Earthy Nutty
Idiazabal Spain Nutty Buttery Sharp
Jarlsberg Norway Nutty Butterly Slightly Sweet
Kashkaval Romania Sharp
Lancashire United Kingdom Creamy Smooth Rich Buttery
Leerdammer Holland Creamy Sweet Nutty
Leiden Holland
Mahón Spain Buttery Salty
Manchego Spain Mellow Complex Nutty
Morbier France Pundgent yet mild
Oka Canada Mild Nutty
Ossau-Iraty Basque (Spain) Herbacious Sweet Nutty
Pont-l'Evêque France Mild Nutty
Port Salut France Pundgent
Provolone Italy Sharp Tangy
Raclette Switzerland Sweet Tangy Slightly Fruity
Saint Nectaire France Nutty Earthy
Saint Paulin France Pundgent
Scamorza Italy Piquant Milky Creamy
Swiss USA Mild Sweet Nutty
Tete de Moine Switzerland Spicy Fruity
Tilsit Switzerland Mild
Tomme Crayeuse France Mild Earthy
Tomme de Savoie France Buttery Nutty Complex
Urgelia Spain Robust Buttery Salty
Wensleydale Great Britain Mild Tangy Sweet

NAME TYPE HIGHLIGHTS
Cheese Tortellini Pesto Salad Sun-dried tomatoes and walnuts balance the cheesy middle of these tortellini bathed in pesto
Apple and Cheddar Whole Wheat Quesadillas The classic combo of apples and melted cheddar cheese is right at home inside warm wheat tortillas
Baked Stuffed Shrimp Buttered stuffing with garlic, mushrooms, fresh chives and parsley makes a yummy topping for tender, juicy shrimp
Baked Sweet Potato Wedges and Sriracha Mayo Dip Warm oven baked sweet potato wedges paired with a cool creamy dip with a kick
Buffalo Chicken Bites Spicy chicken chunks everyone loves - complete with blue cheese and celery
Buffalo Chicken Dip This mouth-watering crowd pleaser has all of the flavor of lip-smacking buffalo style chicken wings sans the mess
Caprese Skewer Cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls and basil on a stick - divinely delicious
Cocktail Meatballs in Tomato Sauce Simple and flavorful - Italian-style goodness
Crab Cakes Hunks of delicious crab molded into a compact cake - flaky and yummy
Crusty Bread and Dipping Oil Less is more with a straightforward combo - baguette and oil let the wine shine
Flank Steak and Roasted Red Pepper Roll-Ups Full of flavor (and easy preparation) these colorful bites are perfect hors d'oeuvres
Fried Chicken Wings A game day favorite - golden, crispy and finger-lickin' good
Fried Mozzarella Balls with Spicy Marinara Pillowy cheese puffs in a crunchy shell dipped in a zesty marinara - Yes please!
Grilled Veggie Pinwheels Colorful grilled veggies with hummus rolled into lavash bread makes a healthy party bite
Homemade Chunky Guacamole Chunky creamy goodness with hints of lime, cilantro and pepper flakes
Hummus Plate Hummus makes an absolutely delicious dip, perfect for entertaining - especially when paired with toasted pita bread a medley of crisp veggies
Italian Antipasto Salad An assortment of authentic meats and veggies in a color display - a meal in itself
Italian Roast Beef Roll Ups Roast beef with a bite neatly rolled in lavash bread
Mexican Layer Dip This perrenial party favorite is a fiesta of fresh flavors and easy to prepare. Serve hot or cold with your favorite chip
Nachos Crisp tortilla chips piled high with melted cheeses and your favorite toppings
Roasted Red Pepper Crostini This vibrant delight looks as good as it tastes
Roasted Vegetable Quesadilla Sweet savory roasted vegetables smothered with zesty salsa and melted cheese in warm flour tortillas
Shrimp Cocktail Succulent chilled pawns with a zesty cocktail sauce make a simple and elegant appetizer
Soft Preztel Bites Freshly baked warm and salty twisted treats
Spiced Beef Empanadas Argentine stuffed pastries filled with ground meat - quick and easy
Spicy Black Bean Dip Rich and creamy with a kick; here's a savory bean dip that pairs perfectly with salty tortilla chips
Spicy Roasted Chickpeas A touch of salt and spice creates a bold and crunchy snack that guests will devour
Stuffed Mushrooms Baked mushroom caps overflow with earthy cheesy delight - always a crowd favorite
Tortilla Chips and Homemade Salsa Fresh, simple ingredients pack in the flavor and kick atop crispy chips

NAME HIGHLIGHTS
Barbecue Chicken Sundowners Crispy wings coated in apricot jam, Hoisin sauce and honey skewered "Braii" style
Crostinis with Butternut Squash, Pancetta and Goat Cheese Crunchy toast topped with butternut squash, salty pancetta and creamy goat cheese
Smoked Turkey with Plum Glaze Bold-flavored smoked turkey coated with a glaze of ginger, soy, plum and boysenberry jelly
Homemade Pizza Eat and drink like a Roman whether it's Pizza Margherita or your own creation
Barbecue Chicken Salad A heaping entrée salad made from baby spinach and romaine with tangy coated chicken and bleu cheese
Garlic Prawns Shellfish with citrus and garlic over pasta or rice. Voila - dinner with your favorite wine
Glazed Ham with Red Pepper Jelly A jammy glaze with pronounced fruit takes a ho-hum ham to the next level
Grilled Salmon with Onions and Peppers Grilling lends a smoky sweetness to salmon and adds a crisp coating of Hoisin and caramelized brown sugar
Grilled Steak with Bleu Cheese Charred red meat, earthy vegetables and decadent bleu cheese
Lazy Man’s Lasagna Ground pork and diced vegetables enhance a traditional baked lasagna
Mango Lime Salmon Lime and mango add exotic citrusy flavors to meaty salmon steak - the taste of the sea Asian style
Pasta with Parmesan Cream Tomato Sauce and Chicken Cheesy tomato cream sauce brings your pasta to life and makes a fantastic contrast to the wine's acidity
Pork Chops with Red Wine Reduction Sauce What's not to love about boneless pork chops smothered in a flavorful sauce?
Pork Medallions Crisp, lean pork medallions cook quickly and easily match with many wines
Pork Tenderloin with Apples Traditional pork seasoned with onions and apples complements similar flavors in the wine
Roast Leg of Lamb Herbs like parsley, rosemary, and garlic are all that’s needed to garnish flavorful lamb
Sea Bass with Curry and Coconut Milk Rich, creamy coconut milk and curry lend spiciness and sweetness to enhance broiled sea bass
Simple Roasted Chicken A whole roasted bird is easy to prepare and budget-friendly; crispy skin, juicy meat means comfort food at its best
Steamed Sesame Ginger Salmon Meaty salmon takes on a mild flavor and moist texture when steamed while ginger lends a sweet, spicy element
Aromatic Indonesian Beef Soup (Soto Daging) Salty beef broth delivers heaps of flavor with Asian ingredients like lemongrass and ginger
Baked Sweet Potatoes Stuffed with Feta, Olives and Sundried Tomatoes Sundried tomatoes with feta and olives lend a Mediterranean update to baked sweet potatoes.
Broccoli Rabe and Salsiccia Lasagna Broccoli rabe, a nutty, slightly bitter vegetable, combines with anchovy fillets and crumbled sausage in a southern Italian favorite
Chicken Orzo Salad Versatile pasta served hot or cold mixed with feta and rotisserie chicken chunks
Chicken Parmesan Burgers With these highly seasoned, cheesy alternatives to patties from the golden arches, chicken plays the role of a versatile protein
Chicken Rolls with Gorgonzola, Mascarpone & Mushrooms Bite-size chicken rolls with Italian cheeses in a rich, ruby Port wine sauce - ideal when finger foods rule.
Crisp Rosemary Parmesan Flatbread with Arugula and Almonds Go a little nutty with simple ingredients like bread, fresh-ground spices, cheese, greens and Marcona almonds
Fried Ham and Cheese Rolls Salty ham and mild mozzarella cheese fried in breadcrumbs take a simple lunchtime favorite to new heights
Grilled Chicken Dinner A simple marinade of herbs and spices packs your everyday chicken full of juicy flavor
Grilled Swordfish with Tomato and Olive Sauce Swordfish enhanced with smoky flavors from the grill heaped with Mediterranean staples
Lao Stuffed Lemongrass Fried ground pork, fish sauce, onions and cloves make for a savory Asian-inspired dish perfumed with lemongrass
Lemon and Oregano Chicken Fillet A Sicilian specialty - breaded chicken fillets soaked in lemon juice and oregano
Lemon Herb Chicken and Potatoes Simple ingredients like dried herbs, garlic and lemon make this chicken and potatoes dish one you’ll come back to over and over
Making Round Pizzas at Home N/A
Marinated Bourbon Steak Whiskey added to a brown sugar-soy sauce marinade adds a kick to char-grilled steak
Mesclun with Glazed Pecans, Goat Cheese and Dijon Vinaigrette A combo of spring mix and baby spinach with Dijon vinaigrette made with maple syrup
Mustard & Honey Salmon with Fennel Roasted salmon with fennel and a coating of honey and Dijon
Pasta in Bianco A minimalist pasta recipe featuring strong herbs, either basil or mint, needs no other adornment
Pasta Shells with Peas & Ham Pasta and ham combine with fresh peas to create the perfect Spring fare
Pepper Rolls With Robiola and Smoked Paprika Robiola, similar to cream cheese in consistency, combines with crunchy peppers and smoky paprika
Pita Bread with Italian Tomato Meat Sauce & Salad Marsala, a sweet fortified wine, creates an intense seasoned sauce for stuffing in a pita or tossing over pasta
Pork Chops with Crusty Garlic and Lemongrass The "other" white meat is a neutral backdrop enhanced by garlic, honey and lemongrass
Raw Double Layer Chocolate Fudge This nutrient-rich dessert gets its sweetness from organic ingredients like dates and pure maple sugar
Roasted Cauliflower with Olives and Herbs Golden brown cauliflower with marinated olives, capers and walnuts
Rosemary-Garlic Roasted Potatoes and Pumpkin Warm herbs and spices complement seasonal produce like sweet pumpkins in this slow roasted dish
Sautéed Mussels and Clams (Sauté di Cozze e Vongole) The popular Mediterranean combination of shellfish in a tomato-based broth
Spaghetti All'Amatriciana Cherry tomatoes, mild Pecorino cheese, and pancetta define this authentic Italian pasta dish
Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Salad Sweet, tangy sun-dried tomatoes are the star of the show in this fresh spin on a cool refreshing pasta salad
Thai Grilled Pork on Skewers Mu Ping Salty soy, fish, and oyster sauces play on the freshness of cilantro and sweetness of coconut milk on these grilled pork skewers
Tuna, Salmon and Swordfish Skewers Try a medley of thick grilled fish garnished with aromatic bay leaf and fennel
Veal Piccata al Marsala and Lemon Mashed Potato Quenelles Made with fortified wine, classic Italian dish features tender veal, capers and a buttery citrus sauce