15.30 - The Golden Duo: Unpacking the Magic of Butter & Cheese
In this FREE le Bulletin we'll dive into dairy: creamy spreads and savoury blocks, discover the rich stories behind dairy's most beloved stars!
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In this newsletter, you’ll find “15.30 - The Golden Duo: Unpacking the Magic of Butter & Cheese.”
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a) → Remember the golden rule: when in doubt, add a little butter + recipes
by Victor Coutard
Spread on toast at breakfast, melted into sauces, drizzled over meat, or used to elevate whatever you found at the market: butter is a simple, everyday, immediate pleasure.
Whether churned, hand-molded, or sourced from Flanders, Brittany, or Normandy, real butter is a farm product—local and seasonal. Its taste and color vary depending on the region and the cows’ diet.: writes Victor Coutard.
b) →The Wonder of Fromage: Bloomy-Rinded Cheeses
by Emily Monaco
Bloomy-Rinded Cheeses: They're Not All Brie!
There’s a tendency to refer to cheeses with a thick, mushroomy white rind as “Brie-style,” but this would be reductive to say the least.
Bloomy-rinded cheeses with a mushroomy, white exterior can be found all over northern France, and each boasts its own personality.” writes Emily Monaco.
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Chers amis (dear friends)
And just like that, another week of exploring the good stuff wraps up here at le Bulletin. I genuinely hope you enjoyed our dive into the incredible worlds of fabulous French butter and cheese.
It's truly fascinating how two simple dairy products can offer such a vast spectrum of flavours, textures, and culinary possibilities.
Now, before you head out to conquer your week, I've a thought experiment for you, something that often sparks lively debate among my fellow food enthusiasts. When you're curating that perfect cheese board, or simply making a delicious sandwich, where do you stand on the great butter-and-cheese debate?
Are you a purist who believes cheese should stand entirely on its own, its nuances undiluted? Or do you, like me, sometimes find that a generous, high-quality butter can enhance the experience, adding a layer of richness or a subtle counterpoint to a sharp cheddar or a delicate brie?
I'm genuinely curious about your philosophy on this. Don't be shy – hit reply and let me know your take. Until next time, keep it delicious!
A bientôt
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No butter with any cheese and I’m born in Normandy nearby Rouen!