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Jan 23 2013

2013 Mookover Winner!
 

Tesha and her family!

We’re so happy to announce Tesha K. and her sister Laron as the Mookover winners! With over 800 nominations, it was incredibly hard to choose just one. Laron submitted the winning nomination, which describes her sister Tesha’s generosity and dedication to helping others. Tesha is a Tillamook-loving single mom who, in addition to raising two biological daughters and two adopted special needs children, also provides respite foster care for kids in Spokane. She also sponsors orphanages and families from around the world, because, as Laron says, “She felt she had more to give.” Inspired by her sister’s kindness, Laron is donating her prize pack to families in her area. Congratulations to Tesha and Laron!

Tesha’s adopted daughters, Ruby and Anna, with their foster sister

Tesha and Anna meeting Ruby for the first time at an orphanage in Vietnam

Tesha’s daughters Haley, Sophie and Anna, with Mica, a foster daughter

 

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Mar 22 2012

When Cheese Freezes Over
 

PHOTO: Flickr, filipe_dilly

It’s been a snowy March here in Oregon. And this freezing weather reminds me of a question we often get from fans: can I freeze my Tillamook Cheese?

Well, folks, I have good news: the answer is YES! Freezing Tillamook Cheese will prolong its life! This loaf  was frozen in Antarctica for 15 years! So, if you stocked up last time you were at the store and don’t want to leave it to age in your refrigerator, here are some tips to keep your Tillamook tasty in the freezer:

Make sure you wrap the cheese in moisture-proof materials like plastic wrap or resealable bags. The original packaging is ideal but not necessary. This helps maintain optimum flavor and texture.

When you’re ready, thaw the cheese in the refrigerator with the wrapper on to prevent loss of moisture and flavor. Then eat it as soon as possible, being careful (as usual) not to touch the cheese with your hands.

Thawed cheese will shred easily, but it can be difficult to slice. So, if you plan on slicing it, it’s best to do so before putting it in the freezer.

I do want to mention that freezing cheese will most likely change its texture, making it drier and crumblier; but if done correctly, it should be just as yummy tasting when it comes out of the ice box as the day it went in!

 

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