Stilton #2--Same Blue Brie

[Brie]

Well, take a look at this, my friends. Second Stilton, and even creamier and better tasting than the first. Yet; still, the white mold shines through--have no idea where it is coming from but it makes this cheese taste as decadent as life gets.  Not as young and spreadable as a Cambozola--older and more eloquent as it embraces a toasted baguette. It has had a 4.5 month affinage. Vacummed the rest for trip in a few weeks. Go figure....

[9mmruger]

looks really awesome brie!  My mouth is watering.  Not being a vegetarian, and not to offend those who are, I think that this would be great crumbled on a thick new york strip with sauteed mushrooms.  Yummo!

[Sailor Con Queso]

Had Ginger Stilton hamburgers last night. Mmmmmm.......

[woodsman]

Gorgeous, just gorgeous...

[Brie]

Sailor--I am awaiting a special occasion to cut my Ginger Stilton with Lime; perhaps this Saturday when I have (yet, another) cheese tasting. I'll post the pics!

[Sailor Con Queso]

We cut a lemon peel/ginger Stilton tonight. Amazing flavor. HOWEVER, I usually use 4 tablespoons of ginger but I cut it in half because of the added lemon peel. So I used 2 tablespoons of each for a 5 gallon make. I like the strong ginger flavor, so next time I will use 2 of the lemon peel and 4 of the ginger. It's all about personal taste. I'm loving all of my additions to the Stilton. Have to try a Ginger with Pistachio or almond slivers......

[9mmruger]

Sailor, are you using fresh ginger or powdered?  Do you just add it to the milk, or at hooping time?

[Sailor Con Queso]

Crystalized. Stilton is lightly pressed overnight, milled and salted, then hooped. You add the ginger after salting.

[Brie]

I cut my first ginger stilton last night--it was amazing--thanks, Sailor! You were right, the flavor of the ginger is minimal; yet adds an incredible dimension to the Stilton. I also added lime--another great addition. I will probably add a bit more ginger next time.

[9mmruger]

Crystallized ginger must be readily available from a supermarket?  I don't recall ever seeing it, but then again, I have not really looked.  I will be getting some.