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The Spring 2026 Issue

Spring on a Plate

Welcome to Wisconsin’s vibrant cheese scene, where tradition, creativity and craftsmanship come together. Fourth-generation cheesemakers like Meister Cheese make bold-flavored beauties such as Wild Morel & Leek Jack and Muscoda Mayhem Colby Jack. Join On the Road host Bryan Roof as he reveals why Wisconsin remains at the heart of artisan cheesemaking, and get a sneak peek at a recipe collection from America’s Test Kitchen. Herb-kissed gems such as Decatur Dairy Basil Farmers Cheese and Marieke® Gouda Honey Clover capture the essence of spring, making them a perfect fit for seasonal gatherings, whether enjoyed on their own, in cheese pairings or featured in recipes.

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A Love Letter to Herbed Cheeses

Create your own love letter to spring with a botanical bash featuring herb-kissed specialty cheeses such as Decatur Dairy Basil Farmers Cheese, Sartori Garlic & Herb BellaVitano®, Marieke® Gouda Honey Clover, and Landmark Creamery Herbes de Provence Fontina.

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The Making of Meister Cheese

A model of award-winning cheesemaking in the heart of America’s Dairyland, Meister Cheese proves the best stories—and cheeses such as Wild Morel & Leek Jack and Muscoda Mayhem Colby Jack—are built slowly over time with devotion and intention, then passed down from generation to generation.

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On the Road with Bryan Roof

Cook's Country's Deputy Food Editor Bryan Roof explores the communities and cuisines that define the American dinner table on his show, On the Road. Along the way, he has developed a deep appreciation for the State of Cheese and the dedicated cheesemakers behind its award-winning craft.

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Let's Get Cookin’!

Savor recipes as fresh and lively as spring itself. Start the day with a Blueberry Cheese Danish, then move from casual bites like a blooming quesadilla ring to cozy chicken fricassee. Discover where culinary expertise meets world-class cheese in America’s Test Kitchen-tested recipes like pizza margherita, Reuben sandwiches or a steak finished with artisanal blue cheese. Round out the season with dainty tea party sandwiches or a strawberry-limoncello delight that takes the cake.

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