Did You Know?

Hailing from Newton, Iowa, Maytag Blue Cheese is a World-Class Domestic. It is made from the milk of a prize-winning herd of Holstein cattle, a herd that was first established in 1919 by E.H Maytag, son of the founder of the famous appliance firm. By the 1930’s, time of the Great Depression, the herd achieved enough fame that it was turned to as a means of support for the Maytag family. The populus had stopped buying new appliances, but not milk and cheese. Soliciting the help of Iowa State University microbiologists, the Maytag family developed and patented their greatest cheese, Maytag Blue. Maytag Blue is made with homogenized cream and skimmed milk. Each wheel is handmade…the curd is hand-seeded with Penicillium Roqueforti, hand-ladled into hoops, hand-salted and watchfully cured in caves for six months.
The resultant cheese has a rich and creamy texture; it is assertive and piquant with a long linger. If you serve it to Mom on Mother’s Day we know she will love it, since it has a bright blue flavor that doesn’t fade!

-Patty Church
Carlinos’s Executive Cheese Specialist

Featured Cheese

One of Carlino’s most popular northern Italian cow’s milk cheeses is Trugole. This cheese is made in the pre-Alps, north of Venice, in an area known as the “Switzerland of Italy.” Trugole is an artisanal type-cheese, worked by hand, using milk from select cows that only graze in a specific part of the “Malghe” (Mountain pasture) that is known for its rich, varied grasses and herbs. This cheese is a real crowd pleaser due not only to its soft and mellow texture, but also its pleasing taste, reminiscent of the rich milk from which it is made. Trugole will definitely make an impression at your Memorial Day event.. it is truly a memorable cheese.

Just Arrived

Looking for a healthy snack now that summer is around the corner? Want to indulge in something that also helps you stay on track with eating right? Go Nuts! Nuts are not only tasty but also are full of nutritional value and this is why we are “nuts” about Carlino’s new Exclusive Nut Collection. Three different mouth-watering flavors: Lemon Roasted Almonds, Cappuccino Cocoa Almonds and Glazed Walnuts with Rosemary stand alone but are super delicious when paired with cheese.
About Almonds: Almonds were among the earliest cultivated foods and have been revered as the epitome of healthy food since they are rich in dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals. All this as well as keeping skin moist and radiant.

Carlino’s Lemon Roasted Almonds: Almonds roasted with freshly pressed lemons to give a truly sensational lemony- tart taste. They can be enjoyed at any time of the day and are the perfect accompaniment for Stilton Mango Ginger Cheese.

Carlino’s Cappuccino Cocoa Almonds: Cappuccino, cocoa and almonds…what better a combination. With the smooth flavor of cappuccino and a finish of cocoa. Expresso Bellavitano Cheese loves these nuts!

About Walnuts: Walnuts are a rich source of omega-3 fats and alpha linoleic acid (ALA) that are known to improve artery function.They are a high source of protein, fiber and antioxidants. Another wonderful plus of eating walnuts is melatonin. Melatonin occurs naturally in the body and helps us to fall asleep. When the body is lacking in melatonin it can cause insomnia.

Carlino’s Glazed Walnuts with Rosemary: Our glazed Walnuts with Rosemary are made from fresh walnuts that are roasted in copper kettles and fused together with fresh rosemary tea and sprinkled with a touch of sugar. Walnuts with Rosemary are an exciting addition to green salads or chicken entrées. A must-try snack, especially with sheep cheeses.
Available in store and online.

Cheese Goes With…

Knowing how Mom feels about Greens, what better way to show her that you’ve been listening than by including a great green salad as part of that Mother’s Day meal…a salad topped of course with the perfect cheese.
Tender buttery greens like Boston lettuce go best with Goat cheese…Try crumbled, fresh, Silver Goat or Humbolt Fog or shavings of Beemster Goat Gouda.
Bitter or peppery greens (arugula, watercress) call for a sweet/nutty cheese complement…Piave, the Prima Donnas or Gran Pecorino Carlino. Rugged, grassy greens (spinach, chard) and bitter, crunchy greens (endive) marry well with punchy blues…Maytag, Gorgonzola or Basajo. Or, if you want the experts to take care of that part of the meal, then just pre-order or stop in for one of Carlino’s Green Salads…all ready for your table…Don’t worry…Mom will approve.

& CHEESEY-QUICHE GOES WITH MOTHER’S DAY

Planning a brunch for Mom? Carlino’s Quiche is the perfect brunch entrée to make mom feel like you’ve given her a trip to Paris, France.
At Carlino’s we offer you many different types of Quiche that are all crowd pleasers!

Some of these include:

Carlino’s Classic Quiche Lorraine
Our classic Quiche Lorraine is made with farm fresh eggs, cheese & Lancaster County Bacon, all in a flaky pastry crust. Whatever time you choose to enjoy our classic Quiche Lorraine, we are positive you will savor each and every bite.

Carlino’s Vegetable Quiche
Our traditional Vegetable Quiche is made with fresh roasted vegetables, farm fresh eggs & cheese, baked in a flaky pastry crust. Delicious served warm or room temperature.

Carlino’s Ham & Cheese Quiche
Our classic Ham & Cheese Quiche is made with farm fresh eggs, ham, cheddar cheese & Gouda, all baked in a flaky pastry crust. A delicious addition to your Mother’s Day Brunch.
Stop in and see the many types of quiche we offer, all perfect for your perfect Mom.

Recipe: Carlino’s Angel Hair Pasta with Maytag Blue Sauce

May we challenge you to try this marvelous meal?
Our mission: to have you saying Mmmmm more in the month of May!
Carlino’s Angel Hair Pasta with Maytag Blue Sauce is a recipe for you!
Yield: 4 servings
1lb Carlino’s Angel Hair Pasta cooked as directed
2 ounces Pignoli (pine nuts) lightly toasted
SAUCE:
2 TBS Butter
2TBS flour
1 cup warm milk or cream
8 oz. Maytag Blue Cheese, crumbled
Hot Sauce, salt and pepper, to taste
Melt the butter in a saucepan and add the flour. Mix and stir constantly over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
Add milk (or cream) and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
The sauce will be smooth and thickened.
Add the cheese and hot sauce…stir till smooth.
Toss sauce with pasta. Serve immediately in warm bowl…top with Pignoli.
Note: Hot Sauce works beautifully with blue cheese…be generous.
If you prefer a thinner sauce add an additional ½ cup of cream.
All of the ingredients in the above recipe are available at Carlino’s Specialty Markets.