Tussey Mountain

Description

Tussey Mountain is our twist on a soft and savory Raclette. We named it in honor of the large mountain we see in front of our farm every day. We wash the rind daily for the first two weeks with a special mixture of brine, cultures, and white wine. This gives the outside of the wheel just a hint of a pink hue and a slightly stinky flavor. The traditional method for serving this cheese was to hold a half wheel of Raclette over a fire until the paste (the inside of the wheel) began to melt. Then the melted cheese was scraped onto potatoes or bread. We love the way this cheese melts for fondue or on top of hot sandwiches.