You know how I’ve been introducing you to different cow breeds in these posts? Well, here’s a fun secret – most of our girls aren’t actually just one breed! When we first started, we had all Holstein cows. You know, Read more
When my parents first started making cheese at Clover Creek many years ago, they used a hot wax coat to package each wedge for sale. It seemed simple enough. But boy, did they burn their fingers! And worse, some customers Read more
Hey folks! Anthony here from Clover Creek Cheese Cellar. Next week, you’ll be picking up your beef from Country Smokehouse. I know some of you are wondering, “What am I going to do with all this ground beef?” Well, let Read more
Every morning and evening, my grazing apprentice Angelo or I walk out to move our milk cows to fresh grass. The moment they spot us coming, every cow jumps up. They know what’s next. Fresh, sweet grass waits just beyond Read more
Did you know that up until now, all of my cheesemaking posts have only covered the first 24 hours of the process? It’s pretty amazing how we can turn liquid milk into a solid wheel of cheese in just a Read more
Last month, you joined me in the cheese room to see how we press loose curds into wheels. Today, I want to share a story about how necessity led us to one of our favorite cheeses, Four Leaf Clover, and Read more
Hi friends! Anthony here from Clover Creek Cheese Cellar. July has been keeping us busy on the farm, and when we’re working long days, this simple skillet meal from my mom Terry, has become our go-to dinner. Mom has been Read more
This month, we’re thrilled to spotlight someone who’s been an integral part of our farm team for over 7 years – our beloved farm dog, Kenya! Lately, we’ve been focusing on the cows, but other employees also help us get Read more
Rennet, curds, whey, cheddaring. As you may have noticed throughout this series, cheesemaking has its special vocabulary. Before I can explain the next steps in our process, there are two more essential terms to define: hoops and followers. What are Read more
There’s something special about gathering around the kitchen counter, watching cream transform into golden butter while little hands help and curious minds ask endless questions. Making butter isn’t just about creating delicious food – it’s about slowing down, working together, Read more