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Whether you are trying to impress a crowd or simply want to make mealtime at home a little extra special, you can’t go wrong with Trader Joe’s. The neighborhood grocer offers a range of quality produce and flavorful desserts, plus a solid lineup of deli items that could turn any charcuterie board into a work of art—especially in the cheese aisle. Shoppers love Unexpected Cheddar and Ivy’s Reserve Somerset Red for the robust taste and versatility, but also enjoy seasonal favorites like Sweetheart White Stilton Cheese.
Recently, we noticed another popular cheese is back on shelves at this month’s “Spotlight Cheese,” and it already has us planning our next TJ’s run.
Kerrygold Irish Cheddar With Chili Peppers Is Back at Trader Joe’s
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Grab your cheese tote because Kerrygold Irish Cheddar with Chili Peppers is back on shelves at Trader Joe’s. The creamy Irish Cheddar features spicy red chili peppers, which adds a fiery, complex twist to the Cheddar’s naturally sharp flavor.
According to Trader Joe’s product page, the cheese is “a bit like a slightly more sophisticated Pepper Jack,” and perfect for shredding into all your favorite cheese-filled dishes, including macaroni and cheese and broccoli cheddar soup. We can also see it tasting great in a batch of Irish Cheddar biscuits and making stellar grilled cheese sandwiches, too.
The spicy cheese has made an occasional appearance on shelves over the years, and during a previous drop, shoppers in the Trader Joe’s subreddit described their thoughts on the taste.
“It is excellent. Obviously very creamy, well made Cheddar (Kerrygold, duh.) The heat is perfect, a nice warm tingle and chili flavor, and well balanced enough that you can keep eating it without destroying your taste buds,” wrote one user.
Another chimed in with even more praise, “I got this cheese and thought it was absolutely delicious. I also love Kerrygold. Made some great grilled cheeses with a loaf of jalapeño sourdough!”
If you’re not familiar with Kerrygold products, one thing to know is that fans appreciate the brand for its straightforward ingredients. Many of its products, including Kerrygold’s famous Irish Butter, are made from grass-fed cow milk. The milk produces cheese that’s naturally ultra-creamy and deep in flavor. A peek at Kerrygold’s Irish Cheddar with Chili Peppers ingredient list will reveal that the creamery uses only simple ingredients: pasteurized milk, salt, red chili flakes, plus rennet and starter culture, which are essential for cheese making.
So, next time you need to add some kick to Grandma’s ham casserole or take your chicken pasta to the next level, don’t overlook this returning option. And be sure to stock up soon because this limited-time item is sure to go fast.
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