CHEF'S COLUMN                                         

May 2008

Discover cheese sauces with real cheese – and real possibilities.

Operators who take the time to make cheese sauce from scratch know that their final product is made with real cheese.  So do operators who use
LAND O LAKES® Cheese Sauces.  “As a dairy specialist, we have a unique understanding of how these products should taste,” says Bonnie Chlebecek, Culinary Services Manager.  “Our customers have the assurance that our Cheese Sauces contain high-quality cheese.”

Our aseptic packaging process makes these products shelf stable for more versatile storage.  Once opened, we recommend that you refrigerate the unused portion like any other dairy product.

While saving operators the time and labor of making cheese sauce from scratch, LAND O LAKES® Cheese Sauces offer the benefit of consistent quality.  Unlike “scratch” sauces that vary by preparer or restaurant location, you can always count on LAND O LAKES® Cheese Sauces to delight your customers with rich taste and creamy texture.  Built-in stability also makes them a smart choice for steam table applications.  At 145-150º they hold for 6-8 hours – a significant improvement over scratch sauces, which hold for only 2-3 hours.

With less prep time, you’ll have more time to bring unique personality to your menu.  Use our Cheese Sauces as a dip for nachos or French fries, a topping for potatoes or vegetables, or for macaroni & cheese or au gratin dishes.  They’re also a perfect base for soups, sauces and fondues.  Add your own special ingredients to create signature dishes – and an unforgettable dining experience for your customers.  With LAND O LAKES® Cheese Sauces, the possibilities are endless.  And as real as our cheese.