Haystack Mountain
Goat Dairy
Queso de Mano

Queso de Mano, Haystack's first cheese made from raw milk was inspired by a small, rustic cheese Haystack founder Jim Schott tried in Spain. Wanting to create a signature aged cheese of his own, he experimented with several recipes before he was able to achieve the "balance of smooth taste and piquant flavor" that are the hallmarks of a young Queso de Mano. This semi-firm natural rind is aged for four to twelve months, which allows it to develop its nutty, earthy notes. As versatile in the kitchen as it on the table, you'll find Queso a delicious domestic stand-in for Spanish and Italian imports. .5 lb. portions available

Ingredients: Cultured, raw goat milk, salt, microbial rennet

Awards: American Cheese Society in 2003, 2004, 2006, 2008 and 2011.

Serving suggestions... Makes a mean pesto, or grate or shave onto pasta, potatoes, salads, eggs, or vegetables. Melt in sandwiches, macaroni and cheese, or casseroles. Whip up a soufflé. On the cheese plate, pair with smoked meats, olives, and toasted nuts.

Pairing suggestions ...Heifeweizen, or light-to full-bodied red wines such as Tempranillo or Garnacha, or spicy Spanish rosé.

Minimum order in Crossroads Fine Foods is $50

We ship nationwide however, if you live in Aspen, Vail, Durango, Telluride, Crested Butte, Steamboat, Wyoming, Eastern Utah or New Mexico call us about our special rates for overnight and second day regional deliveries. In most cases you can gang up items from both stores ... eat well and drink better with the crew at Crossroads! 970-257-1557