Product Reviews and Ratings - South America - San Ignacio Blue from igourmet

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(based on 5 ratings)

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Blue cheese originated in France, the first being Roquefort. The techniques for producing blue cheese were perfected over the centuries, during which time the recipe for blue cheese spread across the globe. Monks were instrumental in this global learning, as they brought the secrets of cheesemaking with them in their endeavors. Nowadays, the Cheese Masters at San Ignacio in Santa Fe, Argentina make blue cheese with the same passion and expertise as those before them. Made from rich, creamy pasteurized cow's milk, the blue mold spores which give this cheese its characteristic color and flavor are imported from France. San Ignacio Blue has a soft, creamy and crumbling texture that displays a balanced contrast between its white color and the greenish blue veins. Excellent crumbled over salads or in numerous recipes, San Ignacio Blue is also a delicious snacking cheese when served with fruit and crusty French bread.

Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
Whole form is 10 pounds.
We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

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Product Reviews Summary

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.4 stars

(based on 5 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Creamy(3), Flavorful(4)

Best Uses:

Salads(3)

Tangy

By Racie

from Brewster, WA on 10/5/2007

Pros:

crumbly, Flavorful, Tangy

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is not for everyone. Half of my family really liked it, the other half found it too tangy for them. It was delicious in salad and I liked it with Bosc pear slices. If you like sharper blue cheeses, this one's for you.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Very good Blue cheese

By Johnathan from Louisville, KY on 7/21/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful

Best Uses:

Burgers, Salads, Steaks

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

As Jenny mentioned previously, you wonder about the color and condition of this cheese when you first receive it. Unwrap it and let it breathe for a while and it will clear up. The taste is wonderful. It has a the flavor that you would expect any blue cheese to have. It also has creamy yet crumbly texture. Even though it is crumbly it still isn't dry though. Once again great blue cheese!!!

Really great on an angus burger

By Woodworker George

from Clymer, N.Y. on 4/26/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent, Smooth

Best Uses:

Burger, Really great on an angus

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Blue green veining with a creamy touch. Wonderful as a stand alone cheese...as long as you like flavor, or; on a salad with nice big chunks. But my favorite is a nice crumble/slice on a thick burger! Uhm. Uhm. Uhmmm!

A Great addition to Blue Cheeses

By Scruffy the Uffy from Columbia, MD on 3/28/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I was extremely surprised to find a delightful Argentian Blue!

It's quite delicate and would convert even those who aren't Blue Cheese lovers.

It ranks right up there with Maytag and Paladin.

Pungent and creamy

By Jenny from Indiana on 2/23/2007

Pros:

Good Value

Cons:

Dull until exposed to air

Best Uses:

W fruit or salads

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

A creamy texture that will crumble if desired but not dry like some blue cheese products. At first you wonder about its dull green color instead of typical blue veins but once exposed to sire it brightens up and there will be no regret at all once you taste it. Excellent cheese. Excellent price. South American cheeses are the bargains of the times, many times as good as European at fraction of price.

Customer Reviews about the San Ignacio Blue at igourmet