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Beecher's Handmade Cheese

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575 Bellevue Way NE #126, Bellevue, WA 98004

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"This menu is very cheese-forward and overall leans toward bulking β€” lots of high-calorie, high-fat, high-protein items rather than light, low-calorie choices. For cutting pick something like the Gluten Free Kale & Brown Rice Gratin (300 kcal, 15 g protein) or the Enchilada Bowl β€” Verde (350 kcal) for a lower-calorie, more balanced meal with veggies and fiber. For bulking go for a large cheese pack such as the Best of Beecher’s (β‰ˆ4500 kcal) or a 5-lb loaf like Marco Polo (β‰ˆ4000 kcal) to hit high-calorie goals easily."
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Best of Beecher's

Whether you are a loyal convert or a first time Beecher's novice, the Best of Beecher's collection has got it all, literally. Try this recipe for a simple party: one Best of Beecher's box, a couple of bottles of your favorite wine. Add a few of your best friends or relatives; relax and enjoy. Our 2016 version of this collection is now slightly bigger and packaged in a rectangular wooden gift box. Flagship, 4-Year Aged Flagship, Flagship Reserve, Flagship Reserve Raw, Flagsheep, Smoked Flagship, No Woman, Marco Polo, Just Jack, Dutch Hollow Dulcet, Wild Thymes Thai, Chili Dipping Sauce, Matiz Fig Bread, Quince Paste, Beecher's Crackers. Some items may be substituted for similar items of equal value.

⚑️ Calories4500
πŸ₯© Protein230g
🍞 Carbs350g
🧈 Fat280g

Marco Polo - 5 lb. Loaf

Our signature cheese - and the real flavor behind our popular macs. With this block, more is definitely better. Serving Suggestions: Give Flagship a place of honor on an artisan cheese plate; Crumble Flagship into an omelet or frittata; Add Flagship to your favorite macaroni and cheese recipe. Pairing Suggestions: Flagship pairs nicely with a Pouilly Fuisse or a Syrah; Flagship can also be enjoyed with an India Pale Ale or a Hefeweisen.

⚑️ Calories4000
πŸ₯© Protein250g
🍞 Carbs50g
🧈 Fat350g

Yule KΓ€se - 1 lb.

A special cheese inspired by the Holiday season, Yule KΓ€se is a unique version of our Flagship Reserve cheese. To make Yule KΓ€se, the cheese is first clothbound and open-air aged for 13 months. The truckle is then further aged in red wine and blackberry honey. The resulting cheese has Reserve's flavors of nut and caramel, but with floral tones of honey and red berries.

⚑️ Calories1800
πŸ₯© Protein120g
🍞 Carbs12g
🧈 Fat150g
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Flagship - 1 lb.

The first wheel of Flagship, Beecher's signature cheese, was handcrafted just as Beecher's Handmade Cheese opened its doors in Seattle's historic Pike Place Market in November of 2003. Flagship is a semi-hard cow's milk cheese with a uniquely robust, nutty flavor. It is carefully aged for 15 months to fully develop its complex flavor and ever-so-slight crumble. Outstanding on a Beecher's Cracker! Serving Suggestions: Give Flagship a place of honor on an artisan cheese plate; Crumble Flagship into an omelet or frittata; Add Flagship to your favorite macaroni and cheese recipe. Pairing Suggestions: Flagship pairs nicely with a Pouilly Fuisse or a Syrah; Flagship can also be enjoyed with an India Pale Ale or full-bodied brew, like Samuel Adams Boston Lager.

⚑️ Calories1720
πŸ₯© Protein104g
🍞 Carbs0g
🧈 Fat140g

Kosher Flagship - 1 lb.

The first wheel of Flagship, Beecher's signature cheese, was handcrafted just as Beecher's Handmade Cheese opened its doors in Seattle's historic Pike Place Market in November of 2003. Flagship is a semi-hard cow's milk cheese with a uniquely robust, nutty flavor. It is carefully aged for 15 months under the watchful eye of the cheesemaker to fully develop its complex flavor and ever-so-slight crumble. Outstanding on a Beecher's Cracker! Kosher information: The KOF-K emblem is the internationally recognized trademark of KOF-K Kosher Supervision, one of the foremost Kosher certification agencies in the United States. Only those products and services meeting the strictest standards of Kosher law are permitted to display the symbol, which is protected under Federal law against unauthorized use. When consumers see the KOF-K on a product, they know they are buying food that meet the highest levels of Kashrus (Kosher law).

⚑️ Calories1710
πŸ₯© Protein104g
🍞 Carbs3g
🧈 Fat140g

Smoked Flagship - 1 lb.

15 months of aging nurtures the flavor and texture of Flagship to perfection. The cheese is than naturally smoked over a distinctive blend of apple and cherry wood, resulting in Flagship's signature robust and nutty flavor infused with the heady, fruity essence of natural hardwood smoke. Serving Suggestions: Melted onto a turkey sandwich; Served on a cheese place with crisp apples; Pair with Just Jack and create a smoky fondue. Pairing Suggestions: Smoked Flagship pairs nicely with Syrah and Zinfandel.

⚑️ Calories1600
πŸ₯© Protein100g
🍞 Carbs20g
🧈 Fat130g

Marco Polo - 1 lb.

This favorite from Beecher's fleet of artisan cheeses celebrates the great thirteenth century adventurer Marco Polo – credited with bringing pepper and other discoveries to Europe. Beecher's Marco Polo takes lightly milled and cracked green and black peppercorns and blends them with our creamy cheese. The resulting cheese is rich in savory umami and butter notes. Serving Suggestions: Serve Marco Polo melted on a grilled burger; Grate Marco Polo and mix it into a baked potato. Pairing Suggestions: Marco Polo pairs well with Merlot.

⚑️ Calories1600
πŸ₯© Protein100g
🍞 Carbs10g
🧈 Fat130g

Raw Milk Flagship Reserve - 1 lb.

Raw Milk Flagship Reserve is a special version of our signature Flagship cheese. Starting with unpasteurized milk, it is made only on days when the milk composition is just right. In addition to using this special raw material, Raw Milk Flagship Reserve is traditionally cloth-bound and open-air aged. This method allows a 14 to 16% moisture loss during aging, concentrating the already rich flavor and producing a long finish. Serving Suggestions: Pair with berry compote or a crisp apple; Bake in chunks into hot breads; Shred into a roasted vegetable frittata.

⚑️ Calories1600
πŸ₯© Protein100g
🍞 Carbs10g
🧈 Fat130g

World's Best Mac and Cheese Kit

A Seattle favorite and nationwide, our "World's Best" Mac & Cheese Kit lets you make your own delicious batch of our award-winning mac and cheese. A perfect gift for cheese-loving friends and family, the Kit includes: Recipe to the "World's Best" Mac & Cheese, Beecher's Flagship cheese 2/3 lb, Beecher's Just Jack cheese 1/3 lb, All-natural penne pasta 12 oz. Does not include staple ingredients such as flour, milk or butter. Is not packaged in wooden box. Packaged in a black cardboard gift box.

⚑️ Calories1560
πŸ₯© Protein87g
🍞 Carbs145g
🧈 Fat78g

Just Add Wine

Bring your friends and family together over this collection of tasty eats. Flagship, Flagship Reserve, Smoked Flagship, 4-Year Aged Flagship, Marco Polo, No Woman, Wild Thymes Cranberry Sauce, Beecher's Crackers. Packaged in a reusable Beecher's insulated tote bag.

⚑️ Calories1500
πŸ₯© Protein60g
🍞 Carbs100g
🧈 Fat100g

Just Jack - 1 lb.

Our Just Jack is anything but "just" Jack. It is made using whole milk and tastes of pure cream. Serving Suggestions: Grate and melt over tortillas and add your favorite garnishes for incredible quesadillas and nachos; Taste the difference when you use it to make your favorite macaroni and cheese; Enjoy Just Jack in a simple cheese sandwich spread with chutney. Pairing Suggestions: Beecher's Just Jack pairs well with beer, especially an Indian Pale Ale or a Red Ale. It can also be enjoyed with a Chardonnay, and goes well with a Riesling or Cabernet Sauvignon.

⚑️ Calories1500
πŸ₯© Protein120g
🍞 Carbs0g
🧈 Fat120g

Classic Collection

These three cheeses have been part of the Beecher's repertoire since the beginning. Enjoy them all side by side for a perfect, full-flavored cheese plate. Beecher's Flagship 1/3 lb, Beecher's No Woman 1/3 lb, Beecher's Marco Polo 1/3 lb, Beecher's Original Crackers.

⚑️ Calories1300
πŸ₯© Protein80g
🍞 Carbs90g
🧈 Fat100g

Beecher's Curds - 1lb Bag

Serving suggestion: Top a bowl of steaming tomato soup with chopped Plain Curds; Add them to a cool gazpacho; Fry them up in a pan all by themselves.

⚑️ Calories1300
πŸ₯© Protein80g
🍞 Carbs10g
🧈 Fat100g
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Raw Milk Flagship - 1 lb.

15 months of aging and the use of unpasteurized cow's milk cultivate the distinct flavors of this cheeseβ€”uniquely robust and nutty like our Flagship cheese, but with distinctly earthy undertones. Serving Suggestions: Delicious melted, make the ultimate toasted cheese sandwich with Raw Milk Flagship as the cheese of choice; Top a delicious, hearty soup or crisp green salad with roughly grated Raw Milk Flagship. Pairing Suggestions: Raw Milk Flagship pairs nicely with a Cabernet or dry Gerwurztraminer.

⚑️ Calories1144
πŸ₯© Protein80g
🍞 Carbs8g
🧈 Fat96g

Flagship Reserve - 1 lb.

Flagship Reserve is a special version of our signature Flagship cheese. It is made only on days when the milk composition is just right. The last curds on the table from these makes are used to produce Flagship Reserve truckles as it allows for slightly lower moisture, higher salt content and thus a richer taste and texture while maintaining a clean, creamy finish. In addition to using this special raw material, Flagship Reserve is traditionally cloth-bound and open-air aged. This method allows a 14 to 16% moisture loss during aging, concentrating the already rich flavor and producing a long finish. Serving Suggestions: Give Flagship Reserve a place of honor on an artisan cheese plate; Shave Flagship Reserve over a fresh salad. Pairing Suggestions: Flagship Reserve pairs nicely with a Syrah; Flagship Reserve can also be enjoyed with a brown ale or a crisp beer like Samuel Adams White Christmas.

⚑️ Calories1130
πŸ₯© Protein70g
🍞 Carbs0g
🧈 Fat98g

Marco Polo Reserve - 1 lb.

A special version of our Marco Polo cheese, made with both green and black cracked peppercorns. Marco Polo Reserve is traditionally cloth-bound and open-air aged, allowing for slightly lower moisture, higher salt content and thus a richer taste and texture while maintaining a clean, creamy finish. This unique cheese is a perfect addition to a cheese plate, or thinly shaved on top of a pasta dish to add an additional layer of flavor.

⚑️ Calories1100
πŸ₯© Protein70g
🍞 Carbs5g
🧈 Fat90g

Dutch Hollow Dulcet - 1 lb.

Made only in Beecher's New York location, Dutch Hollow Dulcet is made with Jersey cow milk straight from Dutch Hollow Farms just outside of Albany, New York. Its flavor is lightly tangy and elegant, rich with butterfat. Serving Suggestions: Pair with fresh strawberries and mint; Grill into a panini with smoked ham and apples.

⚑️ Calories1100
πŸ₯© Protein80g
🍞 Carbs20g
🧈 Fat90g

Flagsheep - 1 lb.

A "Best of Show" winner at the American Cheese Society's annual competition, Flagsheep incorporates sheep's milk into the recipe and is then traditionally cloth-bound and open-air aged. The flavor is dense, fruity and earthy with a butterscotch sweetness. Serving Suggestions: Drizzle with sweet honey on a dessert plate; Serve with rustic bread and salty olives. Pairing Suggestions: Pair Flagsheep with an aged Cabernet Sauvignon; Flagsheep can also be enjoyed with a pilsner.

⚑️ Calories1100
πŸ₯© Protein68g
🍞 Carbs10g
🧈 Fat90g

No Woman - 1 lb.

Adding Jamaican Jerk spices creates a savory cheese that's earthy, nutty and spicy. With its complex, smoky flavor, No Woman is just as delicious melted into your favorite dish as it is on a cheese plate. Serving Suggestions: Pair No Woman on a plate with dried mango and roasted almonds; Melt on a shaved pork or turkey sandwich; Use half No Woman and half Just Jack to make a sultry macaroni and cheese. Pairing Suggestions: Beer complements No Woman's flavor, especially a Hefeweizen or a boldly flavored brew like Samuel Adams Old Fezziwig Ale. Zinfindel is surprisingly delicious and peppery.

⚑️ Calories1100
πŸ₯© Protein70g
🍞 Carbs5g
🧈 Fat90g

Mac and Cheese with Savory Pork and Mushrooms

Our pork is first slow-roasted before adding it to this rich mac, ensuring it remains fork-tender. Our own seasoning blend highlights the roasted flavors of the mushrooms and flavorful bites of pork, all tumbled into a rich Flagship cheese sauce with penne noodles. Best when bubbly and hot, our Mac & Cheese with Savory Pork and Mushrooms is shipped frozen so you can enjoy it fresh from the oven. Size: 6"x9"; Each pan serves 2 - 4.

⚑️ Calories750
πŸ₯© Protein35g
🍞 Carbs75g
🧈 Fat40g

Mac and Cheese with Roasted Poblanos and Chicken

With the nutty, creamy flavor of our Flagship cheese still leading the way, this mac is savory and spicy with the addition of tender, grilled chicken thighs and roasted poblano peppers. Best when bubbly and hot, our Mac & Cheese with Roasted Poblanos and Chicken is shipped frozen so you can enjoy it fresh from the oven. Size: 6"x9"; Each pan serves 2 - 4.

⚑️ Calories700
πŸ₯© Protein30g
🍞 Carbs60g
🧈 Fat35g

Enchilada Bowl - Blanco

Our meal-worthy, vegetarian Enchilada Bowls are loaded with extra-cheesy goodness, and because it's Beecher's, you know they're made only from clean, tasty ingredients. With a cheesy sauce made with a generous amount of Beecher's cheese, our rich Enchilada Bowl - Blanco is full of flavor and quick to satisfy. Shipped frozen so you can enjoy it fresh from the oven. Size: 9oz bowls; Serves 1 - 2 each.

⚑️ Calories680
πŸ₯© Protein18g
🍞 Carbs62g
🧈 Fat38g

Gluten Free Mac and Cheese

Beecher's gluten free mac delivers the same delicious flavor and creamy texture as our popular "World's Best" original. Best when bubbly and hot, our "World's Best" Gluten Free Mac & Cheese is shipped frozen so you can enjoy it fresh from the oven.

⚑️ Calories650
πŸ₯© Protein22g
🍞 Carbs78g
🧈 Fat32g

Enchilada Bowl - Rojo

Our meal-worthy, vegetarian Enchilada Bowls are loaded with extra-cheesy goodness, and because it's Beecher's, you know they're made only from clean, tasty ingredients. The roasted chiles in the Rojo sauce make this a spicy Enchilada Bowl, with the heat well balanced by the nutty, creamy flavor of our rich, aged cheese. Shipped frozen so you can enjoy it fresh from the oven. Size: 9oz bowls; Serves 1 - 2 each.

⚑️ Calories520
πŸ₯© Protein15g
🍞 Carbs50g
🧈 Fat30g

Beecher's Signature Pair

Flagship with Wild Thymes. Thai Chili Dipping Sauce. This aromatic sauce is an incredible combination of spicy, tangy, sour and sweet. Combined with robust and nutty Flagship, it is the snack that keeps you coming back. Spread a generous amount of Dipping sauce on bread before adding Flagship to make one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches imaginable. Flagship - 2pc, 1 Jar Thai Chili Dipping Sauce, Beecher's Original Crackers. Does not come gifted in wooden box.

⚑️ Calories500
πŸ₯© Protein20g
🍞 Carbs40g
🧈 Fat30g

World's Best Mac and Cheese

It's purely the handcrafted, artisan cheese. Beecher's "World's Best" Mac & Cheese is made with an incomparable combination of our signature Flagship and Just Jack cheeses. A hint of spice and penne pasta, versus the standard macaroni, make for a creamy mac that's not just for kids. Best when bubbly and hot, our Mac & Cheese is shipped frozen so you can enjoy it fresh from the oven. Size: 6"x9"; Each pan serves 2 - 4.

⚑️ Calories500
πŸ₯© Protein20g
🍞 Carbs50g
🧈 Fat30g

Smoked Flagship Mac and Cheese

A delicious twist on our "World's Best" Mac & Cheese, with apple and cherry wood infused Beecher's Smoked Flagship cheese. Best when bubbly and hot, our Smoked Flagship Mac & Cheese is shipped frozen so you can enjoy it fresh from the oven. Size: 6"x9"; Each pan serves 2 - 4.

⚑️ Calories500
πŸ₯© Protein25g
🍞 Carbs50g
🧈 Fat30g

4-Year Aged Flagship - 1 lb.

The first wheel of Flagship, Beecher's signature cheese, was handcrafted just as Beecher's Handmade Cheese opened its doors in Seattle's historic Pike Place Market in November of 2003. Now, Flagship proves it's age-worthy in this four-year version. Richer and nuttier than its younger counterpart, with a tangy finish. Serving Suggestions: Crumble 4-Year Aged Flagship over a salad; Layer onto a slice of ripe pear. Pairing Suggestions: Serve with a fruity cabernet sauvignon; Enjoy with a nutty brown ale.

⚑️ Calories457
πŸ₯© Protein35g
🍞 Carbs3g
🧈 Fat35g

World's Best Mac and Cheese - 6lb Family Size

It's purely the handcrafted, artisan cheese. Beecher's "World's Best" Mac & Cheese is made with an incomparable combination of our signature Flagship and Just Jack cheeses. A hint of spice and penne pasta, versus the standard macaroni, make for a creamy mac that's not just for kids. Best when bubbly and hot, our Mac & Cheese is shipped frozen so you can enjoy it fresh from the oven. Size: 9"x13"; Serves 15 - 19.

⚑️ Calories400
πŸ₯© Protein15g
🍞 Carbs45g
🧈 Fat20g

Enchilada Bowl - Verde

Our meal-worthy, vegetarian Enchilada Bowls are loaded with extra-cheesy goodness, and because it's Beecher's, you know they're made only from clean, tasty ingredients. Delicious fire-roasted tomatillos are the base for our flavorful Verde sauce. Shipped frozen so you can enjoy it fresh from the oven. Size: 9oz bowls; Serves 1 - 2 each.

⚑️ Calories350
πŸ₯© Protein15g
🍞 Carbs40g
🧈 Fat18g

Flagship - 8 lb. - Colossal Cut

The biggest block of Flagship you'll ever see! This monolithic triangle of our award-winning Flagship is eight pounds of the robust, nutty flavor and creamy finish you've come to love. Serving Suggestions: Give Flagship a place of honor on an artisan cheese plate; Crumble Flagship into an omelet or frittata; Add Flagship to your favorite macaroni and cheese recipe. Pairing Suggestions: Flagship pairs nicely with a Pouilly Fuisse or a Syrah; Flagship can also be enjoyed with an India Pale Ale or a Hefeweisen.

⚑️ Calories300
πŸ₯© Protein22g
🍞 Carbs1g
🧈 Fat25g

Gluten Free Kale and Brown Rice Gratin

Fresh kale and perfectly cooked brown rice are folded into a savory combination of sautΓ©ed onions and our signature Flagship cheese. The gluten free dish is at once earthy and rich, making it flavorful enough to stand alone or serve as the perfect vegetable side. Best when bubbly and hot, our Gratin is shipped frozen so you can enjoy it fresh from the oven. Size: 6"x9"; Each pan serves 2 - 4.

⚑️ Calories300
πŸ₯© Protein15g
🍞 Carbs40g
🧈 Fat15g

8 Cheese Gift Collection

The 8 cheese pack, great for a gift to the big cheese lover. This gathers a bunch of our all time favorites together in one convienient place, perfect for the party platter. Flagship, Raw Milk Flagship, Flagship 4 Year, Smoked Flagship, Just Jack, Dutch Hollow Dulcet, Marco Polo, No Woman. Shipped as 8 triangles of approximately 7oz each.

⚑️ Calories160
πŸ₯© Protein10g
🍞 Carbs1g
🧈 Fat14g

Flagship - 5 lb. Loaf

Our signature cheese - and the real flavor behind our popular macs. With this block, more is definitely better. Serving Suggestions: Give Flagship a place of honor on an artisan cheese plate; Crumble Flagship into an omelet or frittata; Add Flagship to your favorite macaroni and cheese recipe. Pairing Suggestions: Flagship pairs nicely with a Pouilly Fuisse or a Syrah; Flagship can also be enjoyed with an India Pale Ale or a Hefeweisen.

⚑️ Calories150
πŸ₯© Protein10g
🍞 Carbs1g
🧈 Fat12g

Beecher's Flagship Crackers - 2 pack

Golden with a delicious baked cheese flavor, these crackers make for the ideal treat with our signature Flagship cheese melted right in! No hydrogenated oils.

⚑️ Calories150
πŸ₯© Protein4g
🍞 Carbs18g
🧈 Fat8g

Beecher's Original Crackers - 2 Pack

Beecher's Crackers are rich and buttery with a nutty sweetness and an excellent crunch. Made without hydrogenated oils. Spread them with Beecher's Flagship cheese and you can't stop eating them! Even the Seattle Weekly claims, "The combination of the cracker's buttery crispness with the cheese's subtle but lusty flavor produces organoleptic synergies beyond description: Let it suffice to say, either cheese or cracker is seductive enough; if you don't want to succomb to hopeless addiction from the first bite, exchew the combination..."

⚑️ Calories140
πŸ₯© Protein2g
🍞 Carbs17g
🧈 Fat7g

Beecher's Original Crackers - Case of 12

Beecher's Crackers are rich and buttery with a nutty sweetness and an excellent crunch. Made without hydrogenated oils. Spread them with Beecher's Flagship cheese and you can't stop eating them! Even the Seattle Weekly claims, "The combination of the cracker's buttery crispness with the cheese's subtle but lusty flavor produces organoleptic synergies beyond description: Let it suffice to say, either cheese or cracker is seductive enough; if you don't want to succomb to hopeless addiction from the first bite, exchew the combination..."

⚑️ Calories120
πŸ₯© Protein3g
🍞 Carbs16g
🧈 Fat5g

Queso Fundido

Our vegetarian Queso Fundido is loaded with extra-cheesy goodness, and because it's Beecher's, you know they're made only from clean, tasty ingredients. A cheesy hot dip of Beecher's aged cheese, serve our thick, rich Queso as an appetizer or over your favorite vegetables. Shipped frozen so you can enjoy it fresh from the oven. Size: 10oz bowls; Serving size: 2 Tbsp, about 10 servings per bowl.

⚑️ Calories90
πŸ₯© Protein5g
🍞 Carbs2g
🧈 Fat7g

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