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Waterloo, Wisconsin, March 21, 2013— Crave Brothers Fresh Mozzarella Vac Pak Ball and Crave Brothers Marinated Fresh Mozzarella were both singled out for excellence at the 2013 U.S. Championship Cheese Contest. These two latest honors bring the total number of awards to 18 for Crave Brothers Farmstead Classics Fresh Mozzarella varieties. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association, the event recognizes the best of the nation’s cheeses.
Crave Brothers Farmstead Classics was awarded Silver or Second Place and top scoring fresh mozzarella for its Fresh Mozzarella Vac Pak Ball, with a score of 99.80. Crave Brothers Fresh Mozzarella is characterized by its fresh milky flavor. It’s packed in water to keep it fresh, and comes in a variety of sizes and styles. The Vac Pak Balls are sold in 8-ounce, 1-pound balls, and 1-pound logs. Fresh Mozzarella is ideal for slicing onto pizzas, tossing into green salads, and serving with fresh tomatoes drizzled with a bit of extra virgin olive oil. Try the Grilled Peach and Mozzarella Caprese Salad—all you need are sliced, grilled peaches and a sliced ball of Crave Brothers Fresh Mozzarella, layered with fresh basil and tossed with vinaigrette. Fresh Mozzarella also enhances your favorite panini or other sandwich combinations.
Crave Brothers Marinated Fresh Mozzarella took Bronze or Third Place Honors in the Soft Cheese, Flavored category, scoring 98 points in this year’s U.S. Championship Cheese Contest. Crave Brothers Marinated Mozzarella Ciligines (cherry-size mozzarella balls) are marinated in an olive oil and canola oil blend, with signature spices. Marinated Mozzarella is available in retail and foodservice containers. Crave Brothers Marinated Fresh Mozzarella is a convenient ingredient for whipping up creative appetizers, antipasto plates with sliced meats and marinated vegetables, and pasta salads.
Crave Brothers Farmstead Classics artisan cheeses, including Fresh Mozzarella varieties, are produced with 100% green power in a farmstead cheese-making facility that practices water conservation and recycling. The cheeses are made with milk from the Crave family’s dairy herd.
Online, you’ll find the easy appetizer, salad, sandwich and entree ideas featuring Crave Brothers Fresh Mozzarella. Visit the website at www.cravecheese.com for recipes and product information.
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