Aged Cheddars can turn traditionally sweet turnovers or tarts into savory favorites. Ricotta and Mascarpone add rich, velvety notes to sweet dessert-like pastries. Give quiches a zesty makeover with ethnic cheeses such as Asadero and Queso Quesadilla.
Classic Favorites – Update the classic flavors of timeless breakfast dishes with help from Wisconsin Cheese. Dress up basic French toast with a topping of sweet Wisconsin Mascarpone vanilla cream and ginger glazed peaches. Pancakes made with a Wisconsin Ricotta cheese batter and topped with a warm blueberry compote have a luxurious texture. Wisconsin Ched-dar and Gorgonzola play up flavor profiles in egg-based dishes such as frit-tatas and omelets.
Alternatives to Breakfast Fare – Optimize your brunch selection with sandwiches and salads. Simple sandwiches take on dimension when topped with rich cheeses such as Baby Swiss or Butterkase. For a lighter meal option, top salad greens with stand-out cheeses such as a tart Feta or an earthy Blue. Try fruit salads with creamy, mild cheeses like Havarti.
Sweet Finishes – Wisconsin cheeses balance out the flavor in sweet end-of-meal treats.
Offer an array of fresh fruits to pair with Wisconsin cheeses. For example, the sweet juiciness of nectarines, plums and oranges complement the light buttery tones in Edam. For a more customary approach to dessert, add a creamy Mascarpone or rich cream cheese to dessert bars or pie fillings.
To help operators expand their brunch menu offerings, the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board offers a comprehensive recipe database at www.EatWisconsinCheese.com.
