Maple Leaf
| The Maple Leaf Cheese Cooperative of Monroe, Wisconsin, produces a distinct Monterey Jack cheese characterized by its washed-curd process, high moisture content (40-44%), and mild, buttery flavor. Founded in 1910, the farmer-owned cooperative embodies local terroir from the Driftless Area and emphasizes quality through the Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker® program. The cheese is kosher-certified, uses microbial rennet, and is lactose-free due to lactose removal in production. Despite a 2020 supply chain crisis, the cooperative remains a benchmark artisan producer, offering various flavored variants like Pepper Jack, and distributing nationally through retail, food service, and direct sales. | |
| Country | USA |
| Milk | Cow |
| Rennet | Microbial |
| Heat Treatment | Pasteurized |
| Texture Profile | Semi-soft, Pliable |
| Flavor Profile | Sweet, Creamy, Mild |
| Wine Pairings | Riesling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir |
| Beer Pairings: | Pilsner, Pale Ale, Stout, Porter |
| Food Pairings: | Quesadillas, Cheeseburgers, Sauces |
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