Morel and Leek Spread *2024 Award Winner*

1st Place: 2024 World Championship Cheese Contest in the Cheese-Based Spreads Category

Taste the delightful fusion of buttery smooth cream cheese, earthy morel mushrooms, sweet leeks (similar to onion), flavorful garlic, and zesty lemon, and you’ll see why our savory Morel and Leek Cheese Spread won “Best in Class” in 2024’s global cheese competition! Our Morel and Leek Spread has a savory, earthy, slightly nutty flavor that adds a fresh spin to your favorite foods.

Pairings and Complementary Flavors

Cocktails: The herbal and citrusy notes of a Gin and tonic will provide a balanced and crisp accompaniment. The autumn-like flavors of an Apple Cider Whiskey Smash are also a perfect marriage to this spread.

Wine: The lighter body styles, gentle tannins, and fruity notes of Pinot Noir or Beaujolais harmonize with the earthy flavor of this spread. A nice oaky Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, or Pinot Grigio provides crisp qualities that balance the richness of this spread and highlight the delicate flavor of the leeks.

Beer: A high-quality porter or stout brings a delicious depth and contrast to the rich flavors of the spread and highlights the smokiness of the morels. Consider a light and refreshing craft beer such as a Saison or Pale Ale, as their herbal and citrusy notes will complement the flavors of this spread.

Food: Beef, bacon, chicken, pork, or eggs are exceptional protein pairings. Vegetables such as red pepper, asparagus, carrots, or cauliflower offer slightly earthy and sweet flavors that complement the savory tones of the mushrooms and leeks. The crunchiness of veggies provides a nice contrast to the creamy smooth spread.

Suggested uses:

• Use it as a dip for rustic bread, tortilla chips, pretzels, crackers, or vegetables
• Elevate wraps, eggs, omelets, steaks, burgers, potatoes, pasta, or risotto
• Excellent option for creative appetizers
• Fantastic addition to pork tenderloin or stuffed mushrooms.