We’re dreaming hoop cheese dreams.
But many farmers and cheesemakers still produce it when they’ve got the milk to make it.
Ashe County Cheesehas a strong following throughout the Southeast.
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What Is Hoop Cheese?
Hoop cheese is a cows milk cheese thats made by a simple method of separating curds and whey.
For this reason, it can be tricky to make commercially or at an industrial scale.
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It’s also commonly sold throughout rural areas outside of the South.
Why Is It Called Hoop Cheese?
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What Does Hoop Cheese Taste Like?
Hoop cheese is a mild, semi-soft cheese.
Like most farmers' cheeses, hoop cheese is on the softer side.
