Product Reviews and Ratings - USA - Maytag Blue

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(based on 18 ratings)

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Nestled in among the rolling hills of central Iowa is the Maytag appliance factory. Down the road and around the corner is the Maytag Dairy, which produces Maytag Blue cheese, among other, lesser-known cheeses. Yes, the two are related. Fritz Maytag, son of the founder of the Maytag washing machine company, decided he wanted to make his own entrepreneurial mark on the world. Shortly before World War II, he began working with scientists at Iowa State University to begin making a great American blue cheese, modeled after those of Europe. The result was one of the first American farmstead cheeses of superior quality. The dairy is now independent of the appliance company and collects milk from a local dairy cooperative, rather than raising its own cows. Maytag cheese makers, however, are still hand making the same cheese that they created in the 1930's. Maytag Blue's popularity has taken off with the growing interest in American farmstead cheeses, and this wonderful, tangy blue cheese is now featured on menus across the country. Its wonderful flavor, moist yet crumbly texture, and lemony finish make Maytag one of the world's great blue cheeses.

Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
Suitable for vegetarians.
Photo depicts whole 5 lb form of cheese.
We cut and wrap this item by the pound.
We sell this item in whole form. (item 098W)

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Product Reviews Summary

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.9 stars

(based on 18 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Creamy(13), Delicate(5), Firm(4), Flavorful(16), Pungent(8)

Best Uses:

After dinner(7), Hors d'oeuvre(11), Melted(4), Salads(14), Sandwiches(5)

Describe Yourself:

Chef(3), Foodie(7), Frequent diner(6), Health conscious(7), Simple tastes(5)

Simply the Best!

By Rita the Realtor

from Pace, Florida on 11/5/2008

Gift:

Yes

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner, Health Conscious, Love to Cook

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The flavor was wonderful. We ate it alone with crackers and in salads. It is the best blue cheese we have ever eaten.

Top of it's Class

By Chef MM

from Pennsylvania on 4/20/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Great stuffed in olives, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Chef

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Hard to beat, easy to find uses for,nice as a garnish or great by itself. The King of American Blues.

A Really Great Blue

By ATCRON

from Medina Ohio on 2/9/2008

Pros:

Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth, THE Best

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

We had ordered some Blue Stilton and Maytag Blue and the Maytag Blue was MUCH better than the Stilton!!!!!!! This is Really GOOD Blue.

Not a blue cheese expert, but I like it.

By Roscoe Jenkins

from Home of the big arch on 1/13/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I am not an expert on blue cheese, but this one is very creamy and flavorful.

Family Treasure

By Cheese lover

from Traverse City, MI on 12/6/2007

Pros:

Well balanced

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

A family favorite for 4 generations! - well flavored but not too strong - suits all palates.

This is the best Blue

By Amy

from Atlanta, Georgia on 12/3/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I was introduced to this Blue by a friend, and it still remains one of my favorites. Great to crumble over a salad with spinach, pears, walnuts and cranberries, and also great to serve with crackers and eat plain.

Maytag Blue is outstanding

By Rory

from Gordon, NE on 11/12/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, With Pasta

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner, Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Absolutely my favorite Blue Cheese. Don't buy too much at a time (so you have to freeze any), because it does get a bit sticky after thawing--the texture changes a bit, but not badly (maybe all Blue Cheese is like this?). But still, a wonderful Blue Cheese.

"World Class"

By Jetkal from Las Vegas, NV on 10/20/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Melted, Melted on baked potato, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner, Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Maytag blue is the best the world over. Try it you will not be disappointed.

The Best of the Best Belu Chesse

By Seadame

from Evansville, IN on 9/6/2007

Pros:

A taste to remember, Creamy, Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Cheese walnuts pasta, Great tossed with pasta, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious, Tastes to remember

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is a great cheese to combine with pasta, walnuts, and an alfredo and traditional spaghetti sauce of your choice. Put a bit of each sauce on either side of the plate over the pasta, crumble the Maytag Blue down the center, and add a few pieces of walnuts!!! A glass of Pinot Noir, a chodolate dessert, and you are in heaven!!!

Maytag Blue

By Lou from Leesburg, VA on 8/6/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, I love this cheese, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This cheese is the best tasting blue.

Our favorite blue

By Comrade from Lawton, MI on 4/5/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches, With wine or beer

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I first had this cheese at a brewpub and
it set me on a quest for blues and good
cheese in general.

maytag repairman not needed

By Sailor from Houston, TX on 4/1/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Good tangy taste, Pungent

Cons:

Could be sharper

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Frequent Diner, Love cheese, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

A very nice flavored cheese. I like really sharp cheese. I think that most people would enjoy this cheese

The best ever !!!

By Lloyd from Lady Lake, Fl. on 3/31/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent, Smooth

Cons:

Just very good

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

It is everything we expected!!!

Very Good

By LowCarber

from WY on 3/13/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Pungent

Best Uses:

Cheese Tray

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Very good straight from the cheese board or melted over beef.

Iowa's best export

By BV from Grinnell, Iowa on 3/10/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

More assertive than English blues like Royal Stilton but wonderful on a piece of bread or melted into a sauce. It's Iowa best export
!

A yummy American Blue!

By Homer's Mommy from West Bloomfield, MI on 3/7/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hor d'oevre, Salads, Try on crackers

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Fantastic, smooth, creamy flavor. This is great for the novice cheese buyer. My husband and I loved this cheese.

Superb treat!

By Liz from San Juan Island, WA on 3/4/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hor d'oevre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

We keep finding new uses for this marvelous cheese.

the best ever

By Munjor

from center of Kansas on 2/22/2007

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is the most wonderful blue cheese; my absolute favorite. I was first introduced to it by way of a martini featuring maytag blue cheese stuffed olives. Mmmmmm! This blue cheese is so creamy & good, not harsh or too tangy. We put in in fresh jalape?o peppers, spread it on crackers, crumbled it over salads, melted it on cheeseburgers. It's good with everything. I will purchase this cheese again & again.

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