I always look forward to going to Wegmans in the Fall because it is only during this season that their Apple Cider Bread is available. This scrumptious bread is made with fresh-pressed apple cider and loaded with sweet chunks of Gala and Ginger Gold apples and plump golden raisins. Hints of cinnamon together with the scent of apple combine in a wonderful aroma that fills the whole house when we bring the bread home, just as if we were baking this bread in our own oven.
To pair with our favorite Autumn bread, we found the perfect cheese, Apple Smoked Cheddar from Carr Valley Cheese in Wisconsin. This award winning cheese is made out of cow milk. It is a white cheddar, applewood smoked and hand rubbed with paprika. Its aroma is reminiscent to that of a smoked gouda. It is a mild cheddar with a smooth and buttery texture. The smoky flavors are balanced with hints of sweetness and a little bit of spiciness from its rind.
To accompany our apple bread and cheese, we enjoyed a chilled bottle of French Kerisac apple cider, refreshing and bubbly, mildly alcoholic and not too sweet. This is one of our favorite cider beverages, from Brittany in France.
This triple helping of Apples 3 Ways provided a delightful Autumn lunch!
