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Spring is almost here but there is still a distinct chill in the air. And with snow forecast this week, what better for supper than a delicious home cooked stew recipe with tasty West Country cheesy dumplings?West Country Root Vegetable Stew with Double Gloucester DumplingsA rich and satisfying stew with flavoursome cheesy dumplings – not just for vegetarians!Serves: 4Preparation time: 25

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We would like to wish all cheese lovers a Happy Valentine's Day. We would never suggest anything too ‘cheesy’ for a romantic occasion, but we would love to hear from those of you who have ditched the chocolates and replaced them with a delicious wedge of West Country Farmhouse Cheddar!Stuck for something to cook for the love of your life? Here’s a delicious soufflé for you to try out that’s sure

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A member of the West Country group, Brue Valley Farms is a group of three family farms, set in the beautiful Somerset levels below Glastonbury Tor, producing top quality handmade West Country Farmhouse Cheddar. The traditional craft cheesemaking has been handed down from generation to generation and Brue Valley’s award-winning Cheddar has a distinctive character and a wonderfully rich and

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We recently ran a series of competitions in Devon Life, Dorset Life and Somerset Life, giving away a fabulous break for two at Charlton House Hotel. The luxury break will kick off with a tour of Westcombe Dairy (home of Westcombe Cheddar and http://www.cheddarvision.tv/) and the winners will be sampling our delicious cheese and witnessing the process of making Cheddar traditionally by hand.Back

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Why not break with tradition this Shrove Tuesday and indulge in delicious savoury pancakes for a change. Here's a quick and easy recipe to help you rustle up some delicious West Country Cheddar pancakes:Ingredients:8 oz West Country Cheddar, grated3/4 cup sour cream3 large egg yolks1 tbsp of flour3/4 tsp of salt1 1/2 tsp thyme1/2 tsp dry mustard2 tsp West Country Northwood Farm butterServes:

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It’s January so it’s no surprise that everyone is talking about ‘detoxing’, fad diets and New Year resolutions to cut down on indulgences. But all us cheese fans know that you’re safe with real Cheddar. A great source of calcium, vital for strong bones and useful for preventing chronic diseases such as osteoporosis, our Cheddar is a nutritious delicacy. In fact, a matchbox-sized portion of our

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The final chapter in perhaps one of the most surprising stories of the year unfolded this week as Wedginald, the 44lb star of http://www.cheddarvision.tv/ retired from the small screen and jetted off down under. After 12 months starring on the web, the celebrity Cheddar departed from Heathrow yesterday.From humble beginnings a year ago, Wedginald’s impressive rise to fame has been well documented

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West Country Farmhouse Cheddar and Cranberry Croque Monsieur TrianglesThis recipe is simplicity itself, but truly festive and delicious. Great with a glass of spiced mulled wine.Makes: 16 Croque Monsieur TrianglesPreparation Time: 5 minutesCooking Time: 15 minutesIngredients8 Thick slices white bread, crusts removed50g/2oz French lightly salted butter225g/8oz West Country Farmhouse Cheddar,

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Having told you about our fine sliced cheddar yesterday, here's a little recipe for you to try... Serves: 4Preparation time: 5 – 10 minutesCooking time: 5 minutesIngredients:50g softened butter250g West Country ready sliced Cheddar2 medium aubergines, sliced4 tbsps olive oilPinch of chilli flakesPinch cumin seeds1 tsp smoked paprikaJuice of 1 lemon1 red onion, sliced into ringsSmall bag of

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No time to slice your favourite West Country Farmhouse Cheddar? Well, we are delighted to bring all you time poor cheese lovers the perfect solution. To meet the demands of particularly busy cheddar connoisseurs we’ve launched a handy pack of ready sliced West Country Farmhouse Cheddar, which you’ll find in Waitrose stores.Each pack contains 8 slices of the same flavoursome handmade cheddar that

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With the auction of Wedginald closing on Monday, we are delighted to let you know that the West Country Farmhouse Cheesemakers Group raised a fantastic £1145 for BBC’s Children in Need. With a total of 36 bids, we had nearly 200 people watching Wedginald as the auction closed. We can reveal that the winner is an ex-Somerset chap, from Chard in fact, who emigrated to New Zealand to set up a

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WEDGINALD IS FOR SALE! Wedginald, an exceptional handmade 44lb West Country Farmhouse Cheddar and international star of Cheddarvision TV, has almost come of age. He will have been maturing for 11 months on 19 November and will be ready to enjoy just before Christmas. As a fitting end to the first year of Cheddarvision we, at West Country Farmhouse Cheesemakers, are auctioning off Wedginald to the

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So what will happen to Wedginald we hear you asking? Find out more next week as we reveal how Wedginald is supporting BBC Children in Need...

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As the nights draw in and autumn gives way to winter, we’ve noticed a distinct chill in the air. There's nothing better than nourishing comfort food at this time of year, so we’ve unearthed a classic recipe from the West Country Farmhouse Cheesemakers archive…Butternut Squash and Aubergine West Country Cheddar TartA crisp pastry shell made with olive oil and sundried tomato paste with extra

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Tune in to Market Kitchen, broadcast on UKTV Food on 1st November 2007 at 8pm, when Tom Calver from West Country Farmhouse Cheesemakers will be talking about the success of http://www.cheddarvision.tv/ and West Country Farmhouse Cheddar. Tom will also demonstrate how to cut a whole 44lb round!

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As the many loyal fans of Wedginald, star of http://www.cheddarvision.tv/, wait for him to reach final maturity in December, we are pleased to announce that, following the all important 9 month grading that took place in September, you can now view the highlights of the last 9 months by visiting www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHC_34VUGnIThe world’s most famous West Country Farmhouse Cheddar is

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More good news for all you dairy fans out there… although some of our cheesemakers have been applying their butter making skills for years, up until now Northwood Butter has only been available in a small number of delis and independent stores.Located on the lush and temperate Somerset Levels, Northwood Farm is home to Rob Clapp. The artisan spirit must run in the family as Rob is the son of Bob

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A group of Westcountry Farmhouse Cheesemakers joined Ainsley and chefs, James Tanner and Garrey Dawson, last week on the set of Ready, Steady, Cook! They introduced the chefs and viewers to Westcountry Farmhouse Cheddar made famous this year by Wedginald (the star of http://www.cheddarvision.tv/). Taking part in the 'Quickie bag' section the group provided the chefs with some lovely local

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Serves 6 Preparation time:20 minutesCooking time:30 minutes Ingredients: 2 tbsps olive oil40g butter2 medium onions, finely chopped1 medium leek, chopped (white part only)3 celery stalks finely chopped2 cloves garlic, sliced1 glass white wine350g potatoes peeled and chopped1 litre vegetable stock1 pint milkHalf pint double cream500g natural smoked haddock, without skin or bones200g grated West

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A classic recipe served in a new way. The crostini are made using French bread and can be prepared in advance. Modify the amount of Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce you use depending upon how hot you can take it!Makes: 20 CrostiniPreparation Time: 40 minutesCooking Time: 10–15 minutesIngredients Crostini1 Long stick French bread1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil2 Cloves garlic, crushedShallots1 tbsp

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