Cheese Profile: Rich & Creamy Havarti

Havarti is a rich, creamy cheese with a buttery flavor. This semisoft cow’s milk cheese has origins in Denmark during the latter half of the 19th century and is attributed to Hanne Nielsen, a Danish cheesemaker who owned a farm named Havarthigaard. Havarti is cream to yellow in color and has very small openings or eyes throughout the cheese. There are several flavored varieties of Havarti, with dill being a perennial favorite.

Havarti is a great companion for sliced apples or pears, and delightful with a salty cracker. Beyond a cheese plate, Havarti has a variety of culinary uses, ranging from grilled cheese sandwiches and rich pasta dishes to a refreshing salad. Check out these serving suggestions and you are sure to fall in love with Havarti.

Your co-op has Creamy Havarti and Dill Havarti from Willamette Valley Cheese Co. in our cooler. Willamette Valley Cheese Co. Havarti is one of the best and has earned top honors from the American Cheese Society on more than one occasion to prove it. Happy Havarti-ing!