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The Instacart guide to Jarlsberg products
Whether you already count Jarlsberg cheese as a favorite or you love the taste of Swiss cheese and are looking for something new to try, you can't go wrong with this versatile cheese. Now, you can shop for all your favorite Jarlsberg products via Instacart. Fill your cart with quality Jarlsberg products, then order through Instacart to receive delivery in as little as 2 hours!
About Jarlsberg
Jarlsberg is a cheese produced from cow's milk. It is a semi-soft, mild cheese. Jarlsberg comes from Norway, and it is similar to Swiss Emmenthal cheese thanks to its distinctive, irregular "eyes" — the classic Swiss cheese holes. You may find Jarlsberg marketed as a type of Swiss cheese due to the two cheese varieties' similar characteristics. However, Jarlsberg is often both stronger and sweeter than classic Emmenthaler. This versatile cheese is popular in Scandinavia as well as in the United States and beyond.
Jarlsberg typically has a yellow wax rind. The cheese itself is somewhat firm and yellow. You'll find the texture to be rich and buttery, while the flavor is mild and nutty. You can order light, smoked, and one-year-aged varieties.
Jarlsberg is an all-purpose cheese. You can cook with Jarlsberg or eat it on its own as a snack. Jarlsberg melts well. It's perfect for sandwiches, quiches, and fondues, and it goes particularly well with hot dishes.
You can purchase both rinded and rindless versions of Jarlsberg. Products include random weight pieces, wheels, minis, slices, and wedges. You will also find Jarlsberg fondue, Jarlsberg cheese wraps, and more.
How long does Jarlsberg last?
The shelf life of Jarlsberg depends on how you store it. If you have an unopened package of Jarlsberg, you may still be able to eat it up to 2-4 weeks past the sell-by date. However, because more moisture is present in semi-soft cheeses such as Jarlsberg than harder cheeses, Jarlsberg won't keep as long as cheddar or Parmesan cheese.
Once you open a Jarlsberg cheese package, you can keep it for about 10 days in the refrigerator. Jarlsberg tends to have a shorter shelf life than other Swiss cheese types.
To ensure your Jarlsberg stays good for the maximum possible time frame, you'll want to store packages not nearing their expiration date separately from cheese that will expire sooner. If you want to preserve opened Jarlsberg cheese, use some plastic wrap and waxed paper. Wrap any leftover cheese in the waxed paper, then double-seal it by wrapping it again in plastic wrap. Storing the cheese in your refrigerator's deli drawer can also help retain the cheese's freshness. If you don't have a deli drawer, place the double-wrapped Jarlsberg in an airtight container before placing it in your refrigerator.
You can also freeze Jarlsberg if you don't plan to consume a portion soon. To do so, cut slices of cheese that are 1 pound or less in weight, then double-wrap the cheese as you would when placing it in the refrigerator. When you're ready to eat the frozen cheese, remove the Jarlsberg from your freezer and allow the slices to defrost overnight before cutting and serving as desired.
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FAQs about Jarlsberg
You'll often hear Jarlsberg referred to as a type of Swiss cheese or baby Swiss cheese. Although similar, Jarlsberg is not the same as Swiss cheese.
Jarlsberg cheese originated in Norway as a direct descendent of Swiss Emmenthaler, which is the classic Swiss cheese with big holes you likely imagine when you hear the phrase Swiss cheese. Emmenthaler cheese came to Scandinavia around 1830. Norwegians in Jarlsberg county soon adapted the recipe to produce a similar nutty, waxy cheese with large holes.
Modern Jarlsberg cheese was developed at the Dairy Institute at the Agricultural University of Norway during the late 1950s. Jarlsberg, as we know it now, is a mix between Emmenthal and Norwegian Gouda cheeses.
Even though they're not the same, you can certainly substitute Jarlsberg if you have a recipe that calls for Swiss cheese. Jarlsberg is an ideal cheese for cooking.
Jarlsberg is an incredibly versatile cheese. You can eat it in an array of both cold and hot dishes. Some ideas for using Jarlsberg include the following:
- Serving it as part of a cheeseboard.
- Melting it on a burger.
- Adding it to macaroni and cheese for an extra cheesy, nutty flavor.
- Using it as the base of fondue to dip bread, celery sticks, or apple slices.
- Using it in a panini with mushrooms, ham, or both.
- Grating it onto a savory dish.
- Adding thin slices to a sandwich.
From dinner party cheeseboards and fondue to grilled cheese and more, Jarlsberg is ready for anything. Make your day easier and save time shopping for Jarlsberg by ordering via Instacart today!