Post by: Melvang on Thu, 14 January 2016, 17:37:57
Each portion will be
Base shipping will be 3 day priority flat rate box, I believe this price starts at $5.95. If you want overnight shipping that will cost $20. All shipping will be via USPS.
I do have to apologize, I will NOT be doing international shipping for this. I am sorry, but the quickest shipping to Canada is 3-5 days and the cost for a single portion shipped this method is $38. While this cheese is very low moisture, has a very long shelf life, and the smoking process adds to this, I don't feel that comfortably doing this. If you still want smoked cheese, I do have a meat and cheese smoking guide (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=49067.msg1056830#msg1056830) if you want to try it yourself.
Price per portion is $5, I can combine orders to save on shipping, and I am sure I can fit multiple portions in one box. I currently have 7 portions in my freezer, I will see how many of these I can mash into one of these boxes.
Google Doc for an order form will be getting made shortly. I have the cheese on hand, and will be smoking it tonight. Pics tonight during the process and I hope to ship out early next week. This is round 1, more rounds may follow this winter. This will not be available during the summer as the heat prohibits the process.
Edit: I didn't realize today was Thursday and not Friday. These are getting smoked tomorrow night.
Order form is CLOSED (http://goo.gl/forms/s4T3xlchiG)
I will be leaving the order form up until Wednesday 20Jan2016. Invoices will start going out tomorrow night after I get these smoked, grated, and mixed. If I don't have enough to satisfy all the orders, I will get more cheese and keep up with this until I can satisfy all orders. These will mail out probably the Monday 25Jan2016, so please get invoices paid quick. The reason for the Monday shipping is because I don't want these sitting in a warehouse all day Sunday.
Thanks again. Each order brings me that much closer to me purchasing my mill and moving on to much more ambitious endeavors.
Melvang
One thing to add, subsequent rounds will be conducted in the Artisan thread due to this being more of a hand crafted artisan item than a group buy where I collect money and buy stuff in bulk.
Edit: Updated shipping price. Correct price is 5.95 not 5.75
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 14 January 2016, 18:03:17
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 14 January 2016, 18:03:25
Post by: Halverson on Thu, 14 January 2016, 18:18:19
Post by: shower_king on Thu, 14 January 2016, 18:24:54
i fully support you in spirit
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 14 January 2016, 18:51:05
Post by: ccarlitos2 on Thu, 14 January 2016, 18:53:00
Post by: hrinfinity on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:00:30
Spamming that F5 like it's a custom board GB. :p
Never thought I'd be this hyped about cheese :))
Post by: romevi on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:02:51
Post by: livingspeedbump on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:09:21
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:10:45
Post by: Halverson on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:13:34
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:16:18
I hope I win. My dad gonna love it
In it 2 win it.
Sent my order in. ;)
Post by: Halverson on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:20:25
I hope I win. My dad gonna love it
In it 2 win it.
Sent my order in. ;)
In my four years on GH, countless camping sales, I never imagined I'd be doing one for cheese.
2016, this year is my year.
Post by: romevi on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:24:21
I hope I win. My dad gonna love it
In it 2 win it.
Sent my order in. ;)
In my four years on GH, countless camping sales, I never imagined I'd be doing one for cheese.
2016, this year is my year.
Wait. ****. Is this a raffle? I thought it was first come, first served.
Post by: aznairjordan on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:25:14
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:28:38
I hope I win. My dad gonna love it
In it 2 win it.
Sent my order in. ;)
In my four years on GH, countless camping sales, I never imagined I'd be doing one for cheese.
2016, this year is my year.
Wait. ****. Is this a raffle? I thought it was first come, first served.
Everyone who orders will get cheese. I just have a few blocks to get started tomorrow night. This will give me an idea of how many portions I get out of a set of blocks. This is not a raffle, or FCFS. The only exceptions is Halverson who is in the US temporarily, and heedpantsnow, who is leaving the US for a significant portion of time very soon.
Post by: ccarlitos2 on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:29:41
Post by: Halverson on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:30:18
I hope I win. My dad gonna love it
In it 2 win it.
Sent my order in. ;)
In my four years on GH, countless camping sales, I never imagined I'd be doing one for cheese.
2016, this year is my year.
Wait. ****. Is this a raffle? I thought it was first come, first served.
Everyone who orders will get cheese. I just have a few blocks to get started tomorrow night. This will give me an idea of how many portions I get out of a set of blocks. This is not a raffle, or FCFS. The only exceptions is Halverson who is in the US temporarily, and heedpantsnow, who is leaving the US for a significant portion of time very soon.
<3 thanks melvang. I'm here until feb.13 so this is an awesome treat. I asked for one for me and one for my dad.
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:37:44
Mmmm I love me some cheese. What are your suggested ways to eat this cheese? The only smoked cheese I've had is smoked gouda on a burger....
I use it all over the kitchen, goes good in about any pasta dish, I put it on burgers, grilled cheese, I have even used it in steak marinade, spices up about any hamburger helper, stromboli (both inside and out), mexican dishes, breakfast dishes, really about the only thing I haven't tried it in is dessert. The wife also says it is great on salads.
But this is coming from a family that eats a 2lb block of cheddar every week on top of almost a gallon of milk every day.
Post by: xxxkaliboyxxx on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:38:34
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:39:25
Oh god, why you do this? My wife and I are trying to quit dairy, but I'm a cheese head =(
Because I am just *that guy*.
Post by: ccarlitos2 on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:39:33
Mmmm I love me some cheese. What are your suggested ways to eat this cheese? The only smoked cheese I've had is smoked gouda on a burger....
I use it all over the kitchen, goes good in about any pasta dish, I put it on burgers, grilled cheese, I have even used it in steak marinade, spices up about any hamburger helper, stromboli (both inside and out), mexican dishes, breakfast dishes, really about the only thing I haven't tried it in is dessert. The wife also says it is great on salads.
But this is coming from a family that eats a 2lb block of cheddar every week on top of almost a gallon of milk every day.
Do you recommend just eating it with crackers? being in a college dorm makes the whole cooking thing hard.
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:43:15
:-*
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:44:18
Mmmm I love me some cheese. What are your suggested ways to eat this cheese? The only smoked cheese I've had is smoked gouda on a burger....
I use it all over the kitchen, goes good in about any pasta dish, I put it on burgers, grilled cheese, I have even used it in steak marinade, spices up about any hamburger helper, stromboli (both inside and out), mexican dishes, breakfast dishes, really about the only thing I haven't tried it in is dessert. The wife also says it is great on salads.
But this is coming from a family that eats a 2lb block of cheddar every week on top of almost a gallon of milk every day.
Do you recommend just eating it with crackers? being in a college dorm makes the whole cooking thing hard.
Can't say I have tried it that way, but it goes great on take out and frozen pizza as well.
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:47:50
Mmmm I love me some cheese. What are your suggested ways to eat this cheese? The only smoked cheese I've had is smoked gouda on a burger....
I use it all over the kitchen, goes good in about any pasta dish, I put it on burgers, grilled cheese, I have even used it in steak marinade, spices up about any hamburger helper, stromboli (both inside and out), mexican dishes, breakfast dishes, really about the only thing I haven't tried it in is dessert. The wife also says it is great on salads.
But this is coming from a family that eats a 2lb block of cheddar every week on top of almost a gallon of milk every day.
Do you recommend just eating it with crackers? being in a college dorm makes the whole cooking thing hard.
Melted Cheese = Best Cheese
Post by: ccarlitos2 on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:47:51
take out is a good idea.. I also work at a pizza place so that could go well. if you put it on pizza what would be the easiest way to heat up the cheese if at all.Mmmm I love me some cheese. What are your suggested ways to eat this cheese? The only smoked cheese I've had is smoked gouda on a burger....
I use it all over the kitchen, goes good in about any pasta dish, I put it on burgers, grilled cheese, I have even used it in steak marinade, spices up about any hamburger helper, stromboli (both inside and out), mexican dishes, breakfast dishes, really about the only thing I haven't tried it in is dessert. The wife also says it is great on salads.
But this is coming from a family that eats a 2lb block of cheddar every week on top of almost a gallon of milk every day.
Do you recommend just eating it with crackers? being in a college dorm makes the whole cooking thing hard.
Can't say I have tried it that way, but it goes great on take out and frozen pizza as well.
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:54:35
take out is a good idea.. I also work at a pizza place so that could go well. if you put it on pizza what would be the easiest way to heat up the cheese if at all.Mmmm I love me some cheese. What are your suggested ways to eat this cheese? The only smoked cheese I've had is smoked gouda on a burger....
I use it all over the kitchen, goes good in about any pasta dish, I put it on burgers, grilled cheese, I have even used it in steak marinade, spices up about any hamburger helper, stromboli (both inside and out), mexican dishes, breakfast dishes, really about the only thing I haven't tried it in is dessert. The wife also says it is great on salads.
But this is coming from a family that eats a 2lb block of cheddar every week on top of almost a gallon of milk every day.
Do you recommend just eating it with crackers? being in a college dorm makes the whole cooking thing hard.
Can't say I have tried it that way, but it goes great on take out and frozen pizza as well.
In my experience, the later in the process you add a particular seasoning or spice, the more pronounced it is. On pizza, I have added it both before and after cooking, both are just as good on frozen and take out pizza.
Post by: njbair on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:54:48
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Thu, 14 January 2016, 19:57:23
Mmmm I love me some cheese. What are your suggested ways to eat this cheese? The only smoked cheese I've had is smoked gouda on a burger....
I'm a big fan of smoked cheese in macaroni and cheese, and I usually put some pancetta, bread crumbs and parmesan on top of it before it goes in the oven. I would think that would be a great use for this (and what I plan on using it for)
Post by: geniekid on Thu, 14 January 2016, 20:05:00
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 14 January 2016, 20:11:30
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 14 January 2016, 20:18:38
Before someone mentions the price of this compared to the price for the raw blocks in the store, I admit there is a healthy mark up. All proceeds are going to a fund for my mill that I intend to use to make some damn cool stuff for the forums. I am about a third of the way to it now, but so close yet so far. This is also a service that seems to be a dying art these day.
Hey man no worries at all, imo the prices are still fine with me. I'm glad that there's a way to help you out, I'm sure once you get that mill you'll be contributing even more to GH. Cheers :thumb:
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 14 January 2016, 20:21:27
Before someone mentions the price of this compared to the price for the raw blocks in the store, I admit there is a healthy mark up. All proceeds are going to a fund for my mill that I intend to use to make some damn cool stuff for the forums. I am about a third of the way to it now, but so close yet so far. This is also a service that seems to be a dying art these day.
Hey man no worries at all, imo the prices are still fine with me. I'm glad that there's a way to help you out, I'm sure once you get that mill you'll be contributing even more to GH. Cheers :thumb:
Thanks man, just trying to live up to my makers status.
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 14 January 2016, 20:21:51
Mmmm I love me some cheese. What are your suggested ways to eat this cheese? The only smoked cheese I've had is smoked gouda on a burger....
I'm a big fan of smoked cheese in macaroni and cheese, and I usually put some pancetta, bread crumbs and parmesan on top of it before it goes in the oven. I would think that would be a great use for this (and what I plan on using it for)
Mac n cheese is the recommendation I got from Melvang when he gave me some of this stuff last year. Just a few pinches and maannnnn is it good. :)
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Thu, 14 January 2016, 20:24:05
Mmmm I love me some cheese. What are your suggested ways to eat this cheese? The only smoked cheese I've had is smoked gouda on a burger....
I'm a big fan of smoked cheese in macaroni and cheese, and I usually put some pancetta, bread crumbs and parmesan on top of it before it goes in the oven. I would think that would be a great use for this (and what I plan on using it for)
Mac n cheese is the recommendation I got from Melvang when he gave me some of this stuff last year. Just a few pinches and maannnnn is it good. :)
Mac n Cheese is pretty much always good, but obviously this will make it that much better.
Post by: naasfu on Thu, 14 January 2016, 20:47:25
Post by: Halverson on Thu, 14 January 2016, 20:48:41
oh wow, real cheese. i was wondering why people kept bumping this thread for some silly PMK keyset groupbuy.
You're silly
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Thu, 14 January 2016, 21:40:28
Submitted.
Post by: heroinbob on Fri, 15 January 2016, 01:59:51
This Melvang character out of the blue suggested I look at keyboard enablers (for stabilizer supports).
I looked into them and was interested - I didn't know he was involved with their design (just figured he was a happy builder). Expressed that I would buy a couple to give them a try.
Fast forward a couple of days and I receive a gift package from him with a bunch of enablers (more than I needed) - wow.
There was an extra gift - a bag of the really tasty smoked cheese (which once opened, quickly got gobbled up). The cheese was excellent - and I'm not a big fan of stinky cheese (this was smokey - not stinky).
PM me, I want more.
Thanks Melvang.
Paul (HB)
Post by: Sent on Fri, 15 January 2016, 02:10:06
I was on IRC one day talking about switches and handwiring boards...
This Melvang character out of the blue suggested I look at keyboard enablers (for stabilizer supports).
I looked into them and was interested - I didn't know he was involved with their design (just figured he was a happy builder). Expressed that I would buy a couple to give them a try.
Fast forward a couple of days and I receive a gift package from him with a bunch of enablers (more than I needed) - wow.
There was an extra gift - a bag of the really tasty smoked cheese (which once opened, quickly got gobbled up). The cheese was excellent - and I'm not a big fan of stinky cheese (this was smokey - not stinky).
PM me, I want more.
Thanks Melvang.
Paul (HB)
Mel and his wife are really good people. :thumb:
Will fill out this order form in the morning when my head isn't killing me. :-\
Post by: Alexiss on Fri, 15 January 2016, 06:59:57
I was on IRC one day talking about switches and handwiring boards...
This Melvang character out of the blue suggested I look at keyboard enablers (for stabilizer supports).
I looked into them and was interested - I didn't know he was involved with their design (just figured he was a happy builder). Expressed that I would buy a couple to give them a try.
Fast forward a couple of days and I receive a gift package from him with a bunch of enablers (more than I needed) - wow.
There was an extra gift - a bag of the really tasty smoked cheese (which once opened, quickly got gobbled up). The cheese was excellent - and I'm not a big fan of stinky cheese (this was smokey - not stinky).
PM me, I want more.
Thanks Melvang.
Paul (HB)
Mel and his wife are really good people. :thumb:
Will fill out this order form in the morning when my head isn't killing me. :-\
Thank you Sent. =) I hope your head feels better.
Post by: skaloola on Fri, 15 January 2016, 11:09:43
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 15 January 2016, 11:17:59
sorry I'm a noob, but is this cherry or topre?
Neither, this is actually cheese.
(http://i.imgur.com/jjXMW7N.jpg)
Post by: geniekid on Fri, 15 January 2016, 11:35:11
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 15 January 2016, 11:49:17
I don't understand...is the cheese doubleshot or...what is going on? :llama:
Think of this finished product as the pile of sprues and interconnects from the molding process.
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 15 January 2016, 13:18:44
the molding process.
pls no moldy cheese :(
Post by: FLFisherman on Fri, 15 January 2016, 13:19:10
the molding process.
pls no moldy cheese :(
It's just extra flavor.
Post by: jerue on Fri, 15 January 2016, 13:36:06
the molding process.
pls no moldy cheese :(
It's just extra flavor.
Gives it some tang.
Post by: linkshine on Fri, 15 January 2016, 13:36:50
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 15 January 2016, 15:44:40
Ordered 3- am probably late but great idea!!
Not to late, I have yours in the spreadsheet. Orders will be open until Wed and ship Monday.
Post by: Karura on Fri, 15 January 2016, 16:34:48
What is the recommended "portion" to get for a healthy chunk/block of cheese? I want to order enough, but will have to take the budget into consideration. :thumb:
Cheers
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 15 January 2016, 16:40:24
I've imported everything from cars to pressure washers to lightsabers into Canada, never cheese, but there is nothing stopping me from doing so!
What is the recommended "portion" to get for a healthy chunk/block of cheese? I want to order enough, but will have to take the budget into consideration. :thumb:
Cheers
It really isn't the importation details, it is the cost of shipping in a quick enough manner that I would feel safe sending to someone else. Personally, I eat stuff that by any normal rationalization, would not be eaten. But I am paranoid regarding serving to other people. The quickest shipping I could get from USPS was 3-5 days. This is mostly due to customs delays.
If Halverson is OK with it, I can send it to him as he will be heading back to Canada shortly and he can ship once there for less time not refrigerated. You might want to get in touch with him regarding this. If it goes through, I can send your portion to him with his and save on shipping on this side of the border.
Post by: Karura on Fri, 15 January 2016, 16:44:44
I've imported everything from cars to pressure washers to lightsabers into Canada, never cheese, but there is nothing stopping me from doing so!
What is the recommended "portion" to get for a healthy chunk/block of cheese? I want to order enough, but will have to take the budget into consideration. :thumb:
Cheers
It really isn't the importation details, it is the cost of shipping in a quick enough manner that I would feel safe sending to someone else. Personally, I eat stuff that by any normal rationalization, would not be eaten. But I am paranoid regarding serving to other people. The quickest shipping I could get from USPS was 3-5 days. This is mostly due to customs delays.
If Halverson is OK with it, I can send it to him as he will be heading back to Canada shortly and he can ship once there for less time not refrigerated. You might want to get in touch with him regarding this. If it goes through, I can send your portion to him with his and save on shipping on this side of the border.
Oh don't worry about the logistics, I've got my methods, and a US address for receiving. :)
Would love to try some of your stuff, even if it'll take me a little bit of work, haha. Maybe even try a Mac and Cheese recipe, if you've got one to recommend.
Just need your advice on what quantity would be a good amount so it'll be worth the trouble, haha. I'm guessing 3-4 portions will equate to a small block from the grocery store?
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 15 January 2016, 16:46:54
I've imported everything from cars to pressure washers to lightsabers into Canada, never cheese, but there is nothing stopping me from doing so!
What is the recommended "portion" to get for a healthy chunk/block of cheese? I want to order enough, but will have to take the budget into consideration. :thumb:
Cheers
It really isn't the importation details, it is the cost of shipping in a quick enough manner that I would feel safe sending to someone else. Personally, I eat stuff that by any normal rationalization, would not be eaten. But I am paranoid regarding serving to other people. The quickest shipping I could get from USPS was 3-5 days. This is mostly due to customs delays.
If Halverson is OK with it, I can send it to him as he will be heading back to Canada shortly and he can ship once there for less time not refrigerated. You might want to get in touch with him regarding this. If it goes through, I can send your portion to him with his and save on shipping on this side of the border.
Oh don't worry about the logistics, I've got my methods, and a US address for receiving. :)
Would love to try some of your stuff, even if it'll take me a little bit of work, haha. Maybe even try a Mac and Cheese recipe, if you've got one to recommend.
Just need your advice on what quantity would be a good amount so it'll be worth the trouble, haha. I'm guessing 3-4 portions will equate to a small block from the grocery store?
Gotcha, US address works MUCH better on my end.
As for how I use it, I have put it in about anything aside from desserts. Regarding portion size, 3-4 would be a nice start and should last a while.
Post by: phosphoric on Fri, 15 January 2016, 16:48:54
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 15 January 2016, 16:54:02
i'm lactose intolerant
I'm no cheese connoisseur. Will I still be able to appreciate this cheese?
I'm both lactose intolerant, and don't like cheese in general...but the smoked cheese Melvang makes is an experience all it's own. Believe me when I say you won't regret grabbing some. These two know what they're doing!
YES YES YES
I can vouch for this, they know how to smoke a cheese. MMmmmm
So this is for real and not a joke? Read like a tp post at first :))
These people do not joke about smoked cheese. >:D
They're basically honorary Wisconsinites at this point.
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 15 January 2016, 22:06:02
Post by: romevi on Fri, 15 January 2016, 22:14:07
One thing I forgot to mention was all first responders including fire, police, and EMT, along with all branches of military both past and present get free shipping for anything I offer, including private purchases and GBs. If this applies, please send me a PM and I will not it on the Google form responses spreadsheet.
Wow, that's really cool.
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 15 January 2016, 22:17:05
Post by: romevi on Fri, 15 January 2016, 22:18:56
Just a heads up, I haven't followed too closely but I wanted to mention lately some of my USPS Priority items have taken up to a week for no apparent reason. Just wanted to mention that in case you might feel the need to do some sort of extra insulation, again didn't read everything so maybe that's already been considered.Same here. I'm in the Midwest. All my Priority packages have taken at least one or two extra days.
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 15 January 2016, 22:27:06
Just a heads up, I haven't followed too closely but I wanted to mention lately some of my USPS Priority items have taken up to a week for no apparent reason. Just wanted to mention that in case you might feel the need to do some sort of extra insulation, again didn't read everything so maybe that's already been considered.
I have noticed this, but mostly only when over a weekend or holidays where mail doesn't move. This is the primary reason why I am mailing these out on a Monday.
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 15 January 2016, 22:32:30
Just a heads up, I haven't followed too closely but I wanted to mention lately some of my USPS Priority items have taken up to a week for no apparent reason. Just wanted to mention that in case you might feel the need to do some sort of extra insulation, again didn't read everything so maybe that's already been considered.
I have noticed this, but mostly only when over a weekend or holidays where mail doesn't move. This is the primary reason why I am mailing these out on a Monday.
I believe USPS won't be open on Monday due to MLK day, at least that's what I was told when I went to send out a board today.
Post by: romevi on Fri, 15 January 2016, 22:32:53
Just a heads up, I haven't followed too closely but I wanted to mention lately some of my USPS Priority items have taken up to a week for no apparent reason. Just wanted to mention that in case you might feel the need to do some sort of extra insulation, again didn't read everything so maybe that's already been considered.
I have noticed this, but mostly only when over a weekend or holidays where mail doesn't move. This is the primary reason why I am mailing these out on a Monday.
I believe USPS won't be open on Monday due to MLK day, at least that's what I was told when I went to send out a board today.
Oh, GREAT.
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 15 January 2016, 22:33:20
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 15 January 2016, 22:38:22
I will be leaving the order form up until Wednesday 20Jan2016. Invoices will start going out tomorrow night after I get these smoked, grated, and mixed. If I don't have enough to satisfy all the orders, I will get more cheese and keep up with this until I can satisfy all orders. These will mail out probably the Monday 25Jan2016, so please get invoices paid quick. The reason for the Monday shipping is because I don't want these sitting in a warehouse all day Sunday.
Post by: Steezus on Fri, 15 January 2016, 22:39:08
I will be leaving the order form up until Wednesday 20Jan2016. Invoices will start going out tomorrow night after I get these smoked, grated, and mixed. If I don't have enough to satisfy all the orders, I will get more cheese and keep up with this until I can satisfy all orders. These will mail out probably the Monday 25Jan2016, so please get invoices paid quick. The reason for the Monday shipping is because I don't want these sitting in a warehouse all day Sunday.
Oops my apologies, didn't see that you meant the Monday of the 25th. You should be good then. :thumb:
Post by: Melvang on Sat, 16 January 2016, 00:28:49
I will be leaving the order form up until Wednesday 20Jan2016. Invoices will start going out tomorrow night after I get these smoked, grated, and mixed. If I don't have enough to satisfy all the orders, I will get more cheese and keep up with this until I can satisfy all orders. These will mail out probably the Monday 25Jan2016, so please get invoices paid quick. The reason for the Monday shipping is because I don't want these sitting in a warehouse all day Sunday.
Oops my apologies, didn't see that you meant the Monday of the 25th. You should be good then. :thumb:
Not a problem.
Due to getting a new grater and the shavings are much thinner and creating a lot more air, portion size has been increased from 1/3 cup to 1/2 cup for no cost difference.
Post by: ccarlitos2 on Sat, 16 January 2016, 13:00:08
I will be leaving the order form up until Wednesday 20Jan2016. Invoices will start going out tomorrow night after I get these smoked, grated, and mixed. If I don't have enough to satisfy all the orders, I will get more cheese and keep up with this until I can satisfy all orders. These will mail out probably the Monday 25Jan2016, so please get invoices paid quick. The reason for the Monday shipping is because I don't want these sitting in a warehouse all day Sunday.
Oops my apologies, didn't see that you meant the Monday of the 25th. You should be good then. :thumb:
Not a problem.
Due to getting a new grater and the shavings are much thinner and creating a lot more air, portion size has been increased from 1/3 cup to 1/2 cup for no cost difference.
YASSSSSSSS!!!! all the cheese :)
Post by: Alexiss on Sat, 16 January 2016, 14:04:20
Post by: aznairjordan on Sun, 17 January 2016, 01:12:49
Post by: Jokrik on Sun, 17 January 2016, 01:16:35
Someone please describe the taste experience to me T_T
My mind started to think of recipes with it, some interesting one is smoky carbonara or smoky potato gratin
Post by: Halverson on Sun, 17 January 2016, 04:35:31
Sigh...
Someone please describe the taste experience to me T_T
My mind started to think of recipes with eat, one interesting one is smoky carbonara or smoky potato gratin
Smokey parm poutine
Post by: sherryton on Mon, 18 January 2016, 18:27:16
Post by: Melvang on Mon, 18 January 2016, 18:50:41
Please bill me! I need!
I will start sending out invoices tomorrow some time, and mailing will start next Monday.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 19 January 2016, 14:15:09
Post by: jdcarpe on Tue, 19 January 2016, 14:19:14
Any links or suggestions as to how to consume this little box of heaven we are about to receive?Sprinkle on pizza, mac n cheese, grilled cheese, anything with a cheese base haha
Post by: Melvang on Tue, 19 January 2016, 14:21:59
Any links or suggestions as to how to consume this little box of heaven we are about to receive?Sprinkle on pizza, mac n cheese, grilled cheese, anything with a cheese base haha
Pretty much, just don't use this as the primary cheese in anything cooked. When cooked the flavor amplifies, both the natural flavors of this cheese, and the flavors of the smoke. Please use lightly until you get a better feel of cooking with it. When I use smoked cheddar in Mac and Cheese, even using the regular boxes of Kraft, only about 2 or 3 swipes down the grater is plenty. Even then 3 is almost overpowering.
Post by: Giorgio on Wed, 20 January 2016, 05:27:06
These are not three different kind of cheese, but only two. :thumb:
There is:
- parmigiano reggiano (parmesam made in the city of Parma - Reggio emilia)
- romano (is suppose you intend pecorino romano) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pecorino_Romano
"I don't make the cheese, I buy it from the store and put it in the smoker for ~1 hour. "
The cheese is absolutely not supposed to be put in the smoker! What kind of silly, unnatural taste will it acquire? Surely no cheese is made to end up in a silly smoker.
Your culinary conduct is borderline criminal and insulting for those who made those cheese. Including the cows. :))
Post by: Melvang on Wed, 20 January 2016, 06:28:28
"I am doing a group buy for my smoke Italian cheese blend. The three cheeses are parmesan, reggiano, and romano. "
These are not three different kind of cheese, but only two. :thumb:
There is:
- parmigiano reggiano (parmesam made in the city of Parma - Reggio emilia)
- romano (is suppose you intend pecorino romano) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pecorino_Romano
"I don't make the cheese, I buy it from the store and put it in the smoker for ~1 hour. "
The cheese is absolutely not supposed to be put in the smoker! What kind of silly, unnatural taste will it acquire? Surely no cheese is made to end up in a silly smoker.
Your culinary conduct is borderline criminal and insulting for those who made those cheese. Including the cows. :))
I actually learned this after I made the post. This buy is two cheeses. The next round will be three with my addition of asiago.
I can assure you the cheese does come out delicious. I agree many Italians may not agree with me.
At some point I do want to attempt to make my own prosciutto.
For the record, I have been to Italy. When I was in the US Navy, on my deployment, we pulled into Naples (Napoli) for days. Had a great time and had some amazing food.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 20 January 2016, 06:32:19
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 20 January 2016, 12:16:29
When saw the box I was so excited! I opened the baggies up and took a nice long smell...smells like amazing Italian cheese smoked by a wise, bearded old artisan and his awesome wife. Just what I was hoping for!
I was hoping to put it on eggs this morning, but The Commander/wife said cereal so no go. But then she left to go teach school so I was alone with my cheese. What can I make? Lasagna? Chicken Parmesan? Gotta go to work soon...
Gotta make a decision. No time for fancy food. I gotta make lunch. Ok maybe grilled cheese. I could make two for lunch.
The Precious
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Got my bread buttered and ready.
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The Precious. Again.
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Precious + Cheddar
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Cooking. Hurry up!
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Perfection
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So, how's the taste? Adds a bit of a bite to the cheddar, and gives it a hint of smoke.
Truth be told, I ate that whole sammich right there at 8:00 this morning. Then I made another, with just a little more Melvangium Cheese. Tried a bite, was even better. Ate that whole one too. 8:30. Crap. Now what am I going to eat for lunch? Made two more, each with a little less than a tablespoon of Melvangium. Had to put them in the trunk so I wouldn't eat them on the way to work.
Had them for lunch. Sorry no pics. They were awesome. This experiment is a success. The end.
PS- Melvang you will be hearing from my doctor regarding my overconsumption of grilled cheese today.
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 20 January 2016, 15:23:12
The cheese is absolutely not supposed to be put in the smoker! What kind of silly, unnatural taste will it acquire? Surely no cheese is made to end up in a silly smoker.
Your culinary conduct is borderline criminal and insulting for those who made those cheese. Including the cows. :))
This is America, we do what we want. >:D
PS- Melvang you will be hearing from my doctor regarding my overconsumption of grilled cheese today.
LOL. Glad your experiment was a success! :thumb:
Post by: Melvang on Wed, 20 January 2016, 16:00:12
So I received mine yesterday evening. I was sort of a shipping Guinea pig/early buyer. Thanks Melvang!
When saw the box I was so excited! I opened the baggies up and took a nice long smell...smells like amazing Italian cheese smoked by a wise, bearded old artisan and his awesome wife. Just what I was hoping for!
I was hoping to put it on eggs this morning, but The Commander/wife said cereal so no go. But then she left to go teach school so I was alone with my cheese. What can I make? Lasagna? Chicken Parmesan? Gotta go to work soon...
Gotta make a decision. No time for fancy food. I gotta make lunch. Ok maybe grilled cheese. I could make two for lunch.
The PreciousShow Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160120/224703498f7afee3b40d31199758657d.jpg)
Got my bread buttered and ready.Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160120/e35af856b8821b0586c918f3fd5b27fc.jpg)
The Precious. Again.Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160120/13e56c06877b591bc3cde8791ca96957.jpg)
Precious + CheddarShow Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160120/66e10cfcb08a12ddf6721467972bd1cd.jpg)
Cooking. Hurry up!Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160120/db13e93d93e4f6fb1770245dc8c79b82.jpg)
PerfectionShow Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160120/aba9a798053f4fcea0beac77ed425bc4.jpg)
So, how's the taste? Adds a bit of a bite to the cheddar, and gives it a hint of smoke.
Truth be told, I ate that whole sammich right there at 8:00 this morning. Then I made another, with just a little more Melvangium Cheese. Tried a bite, was even better. Ate that whole one too. 8:30. Crap. Now what am I going to eat for lunch? Made two more, each with a little less than a tablespoon of Melvangium. Had to put them in the trunk so I wouldn't eat them on the way to work.
Had them for lunch. Sorry no pics. They were awesome. This experiment is a success. The end.
PS- Melvang you will be hearing from my doctor regarding my overconsumption of grilled cheese today.
Glad you liked it. Fair warning, these portions were from an earlier batch that didn't quite get as much smoke due to having way to much cheese in my smoker for that run, was close to 40 pounds. This run will be a bit more potent.
Just a heads up, orders will close tonight at midnight Central time.
Invoices will also start going out tonight as well.
Post by: jdcarpe on Wed, 20 January 2016, 18:53:38
Post by: aznairjordan on Thu, 21 January 2016, 01:27:42
Post by: Halverson on Thu, 21 January 2016, 01:31:03
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 21 January 2016, 01:48:01
Post by: Halverson on Thu, 21 January 2016, 01:48:45
Thank you guys for the prompt payment. Halverson, since you paid for overnight, I will get yours in the mail tomorrow morning. The rest will be shipped out Monday morning so it isn't sitting in a warehouse all day Sunday.
Thanks melvang!
Post by: sherryton on Thu, 21 January 2016, 01:53:06
Also, a good grilled cheese requires at least one slice of American, for good melting. I like to use American with either colby jack, cheddar, or both. :)
Grilled Cheese and Alfredo, here I come!
This probably can't be made the Alton Brown's way, but if anyone is interested.
Post by: Halverson on Thu, 21 January 2016, 02:01:57
Also, a good grilled cheese requires at least one slice of American, for good melting. I like to use American with either colby jack, cheddar, or both. :)
Grilled Cheese and Alfredo, here I come!
This probably can't be made the Alton Brown's way, but if anyone is interested.
Alton is love, Alton is life
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 21 January 2016, 02:07:57
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Thu, 21 January 2016, 06:12:37
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 21 January 2016, 08:57:39
Post by: njbair on Thu, 21 January 2016, 10:48:37
Post by: romevi on Thu, 21 January 2016, 10:59:27
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 21 January 2016, 14:31:50
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 21 January 2016, 14:33:05
Again thank you guys for the prompt payments, only 5 left to pay, over 3/4 of the way there. And this is in about 15 hours.
When it's for anything food related, we are a prompt group of individuals. :))
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 21 January 2016, 15:44:11
Post by: njbair on Thu, 21 January 2016, 20:58:38
Post by: trizkut on Thu, 21 January 2016, 21:02:00
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I have a coworker who has to go out of his way to tell the people at Moe's to put less cheese on his quesadilla. He's crazy. :))
Post by: njbair on Thu, 21 January 2016, 21:06:21
MRW I eat at Moe's:Show Image(http://imgur.com/jty4heD.jpg)
I have a coworker who has to go out of his way to tell the people at Moe's to put less cheese on his quesadilla. He's crazy. :))
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Good queso, though.
Post by: romevi on Thu, 21 January 2016, 23:10:33
Post by: Halverson on Thu, 21 January 2016, 23:19:25
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 21 January 2016, 23:34:18
Haven't heard anything from the leader in a while. Any updates?
I just posted 9 hours ago. There is one order left to pay. Shipping will go out Monday as planned.
Post by: romevi on Thu, 21 January 2016, 23:38:44
Haven't heard anything from the leader in a while. Any updates?
I just posted 9 hours ago. There is one order left to pay. Shipping will go out Monday as planned.
I'm just messin'.
Sorry.
Post by: Melvang on Thu, 21 January 2016, 23:52:01
Haven't heard anything from the leader in a while. Any updates?
I just posted 9 hours ago. There is one order left to pay. Shipping will go out Monday as planned.
I'm just messin'.
Sorry.
All good. Not gonna ruffle my feathers
Post by: Alexiss on Mon, 25 January 2016, 15:32:31
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 25 January 2016, 16:18:05
Get ready!!! The cheese has been sent!
YESSSSS
/me preps his meals for the next two weeks to include even more cheese than normal
Post by: jdcarpe on Tue, 26 January 2016, 06:47:10
And for a Wisconsinite, that should be an impressive amount of cheese!Get ready!!! The cheese has been sent!
YESSSSS
/me preps his meals for the next two weeks to include even more cheese than normal
Post by: romevi on Wed, 27 January 2016, 15:22:30
Mmm... Smells delicious.
Post by: Weiss on Wed, 27 January 2016, 16:31:40
Smells decadent, can't wait to use it. Thanks a bunch.
Post by: sherryton on Wed, 27 January 2016, 17:41:26
i was wondering if mine had shipped?
Post by: Melvang on Wed, 27 January 2016, 17:48:03
hey melvang,
i was wondering if mine had shipped?
Everything shipped out Monday.
Post by: lekashman on Wed, 27 January 2016, 19:19:58
Just made a grilled cheese sandwich with it, it was phenomenal. I used a fairly decent wheat bread, a generous portion of butter, and a small bit of black pepper for spice. The rest of the sandwich was entirely Melvang Smoked Italian Cheese Blend, both in and around the sandwich.
Video is uploaded here for those interested, skip to the end for the final product. Was shot in 1 take.
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 27 January 2016, 19:25:32
Received the cheese!
Just made a grilled cheese sandwich with it, it was phenomenal. I used a fairly decent wheat bread, a generous portion of butter, and a small bit of black pepper for spice. The rest of the sandwich was entirely Melvang Smoked Italian Cheese Blend, both in and around the sandwich.
Video is uploaded here for those interested, skip to the end for the final product. Was shot in 1 take.
Holy cow, you don't mess around. :P Fun video, I never thought I'd end up watching a five minute video of someone making a grilled cheese sandwich. :))
Post by: lekashman on Wed, 27 January 2016, 19:41:29
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 27 January 2016, 19:50:30
I pale in comparison to this man, who largely inspired the techniques used in the video.
Well hot damn, that is equally impressive. Here I thought you were just being a savage and doing whatever the **** you wanted. :)) "Okay, we put cheese inside. Where else can we put it? OUTSIDE!"
Post by: Alexiss on Wed, 27 January 2016, 20:16:10
Received the cheese!
Just made a grilled cheese sandwich with it, it was phenomenal. I used a fairly decent wheat bread, a generous portion of butter, and a small bit of black pepper for spice. The rest of the sandwich was entirely Melvang Smoked Italian Cheese Blend, both in and around the sandwich.
Video is uploaded here for those interested, skip to the end for the final product. Was shot in 1 take.
Wow! I have never been happier to watch a five minute video of food being made! I just keep thinking, man I'm spoiled, I get to make awesome grilled cheeses with 5/6 different types of cheeses. I will have to try grilling both sides with cheese on both sides next time! ;D talk about a mind blow!!!!
Post by: Alexiss on Wed, 27 January 2016, 21:03:44
Post by: Melvang on Wed, 27 January 2016, 21:04:38
Alright guy, I am going to have to do a grilled cheese video this weekend.
This was actually me, I didn't realize that the laptop was logged into the wifes account.
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Wed, 27 January 2016, 21:05:33
Post by: ander on Thu, 28 January 2016, 01:39:57
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Thu, 28 January 2016, 14:26:27
Count me in on any future cheese endeavors for sure!
Post by: ccarlitos2 on Thu, 28 January 2016, 14:53:18
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Post by: Diokhan on Thu, 28 January 2016, 14:57:47
The Cheese came in today! I added it to a bacon cheeseburger from the cafeteria here at school. It was dopeeeeeee. Thank you Melvang!!Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/07cjH2Ml.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/Ezt3k6Rl.jpg)
aaaand now im hungry -.-
Post by: ccarlitos2 on Thu, 28 January 2016, 14:59:58
The Cheese came in today! I added it to a bacon cheeseburger from the cafeteria here at school. It was dopeeeeeee. Thank you Melvang!!Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/07cjH2Ml.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/Ezt3k6Rl.jpg)
aaaand now im hungry -.-
Nah you were always hungry. Seeing food just made you realize it. You can never really quench the hunger xD!!!!
Post by: njbair on Thu, 28 January 2016, 15:49:18
The Cheese came in today! I added it to a bacon cheeseburger from the cafeteria here at school. It was dopeeeeeee. Thank you Melvang!!Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/07cjH2Ml.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/Ezt3k6Rl.jpg)
aaaand now im hungry -.-
Nah you were always hungry. Seeing food just made you realize it. You can never really quench the hunger xD!!!!
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Post by: geniekid on Thu, 28 January 2016, 19:12:48
Thanks Melvang and Alexiss!
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Post by: njbair on Thu, 28 January 2016, 21:33:28
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You may think putting this gourmet cheese on Ritz crackers is a bit like casting pearls before swine, but I like to think of the Ritz as a blank canvas; its potential is only as good as that of the artist.
Post by: Steezus on Thu, 28 January 2016, 22:05:36
Post by: sherryton on Fri, 29 January 2016, 01:38:58
Post by: Alexiss on Fri, 29 January 2016, 07:17:52
Taking a break from shipping label creation to refuel with some cheesy, smoky Ritz crackers. Just a few seconds in the microwave to get the cheese a bit melty, and mmm.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/u1HIKUi.jpg)
You may think putting this gourmet cheese on Ritz crackers is a bit like casting pearls before swine, but I like to think of the Ritz as a blank canvas; its potential is only as good as that of the artist.
We use ritz crackers all the time!!!! I like how you put it, a blank canvas. We put smoked cheese on it all the time, it's good with a sliver of garlic and summer sausage too! :D
Post by: eksuen on Fri, 29 January 2016, 14:25:06
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 29 January 2016, 14:26:47
Damn, this looks awesome. I hope there will be a round 2. :)
There will at least be a round 2, possibly 3 this winter.
Post by: eksuen on Fri, 29 January 2016, 15:09:58
Damn, this looks awesome. I hope there will be a round 2. :)
There will at least be a round 2, possibly 3 this winter.
Nice. I am pumped!
Post by: Melvang on Sat, 30 January 2016, 10:52:58
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Sat, 30 January 2016, 11:03:47
How soon would you guys like to see round 2?
Depends, what novelties are you running with R2? Alt mod set
Post by: Melvang on Sat, 30 January 2016, 11:04:56
Yeah, the round 2 will include asiago in the blend.How soon would you guys like to see round 2?
Depends, what novelties are you running with R2? Alt mod set
Post by: ccarlitos2 on Sat, 30 January 2016, 12:43:00
Yeah, the round 2 will include asiago in the blend.How soon would you guys like to see round 2?
Depends, what novelties are you running with R2? Alt mod set
Bruh... Asiago is the best. Part of me wants an asiago bagel now, buy with your smoked cheese.
Post by: Alexiss on Sat, 30 January 2016, 13:44:58
Post by: Ail on Sat, 30 January 2016, 14:49:23
So I just thought of something fun! Let's have a contest.... Whoever comes up with the most creative way to use the cheese blend wins a free portion out of the 2nd batch!!!!! And......... Go!
Smoked cheese suppository.
Post by: Ail on Sat, 30 January 2016, 14:50:52
Received the cheese!
Just made a grilled cheese sandwich with it, it was phenomenal. I used a fairly decent wheat bread, a generous portion of butter, and a small bit of black pepper for spice. The rest of the sandwich was entirely Melvang Smoked Italian Cheese Blend, both in and around the sandwich.
Video is uploaded here for those interested, skip to the end for the final product. Was shot in 1 take.
What kind of skillet is that? I'm digging that form factor.
Post by: Melvang on Sat, 30 January 2016, 15:53:45
So I just thought of something fun! Let's have a contest.... Whoever comes up with the most creative way to use the cheese blend wins a free portion out of the 2nd batch!!!!! And......... Go!
Smoked cheese suppository.
The rub here is you actually have to make it, eat it, and provide honest feedback.
Bonus points to anyone that can use it in a dessert dish.
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Sun, 31 January 2016, 10:41:11
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Post by: lekashman on Sun, 31 January 2016, 15:07:24
It is very excellent for good spatula angles as well as for filming sandwich creations.
I also strongly support this spatula, as it is the optimal spatula - http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00457P9QE/ref=twister_B004QGXNIA?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Post by: hwood34 on Sun, 31 January 2016, 15:10:53
Ail, this is the pan - http://www.amazon.com/All-Clad-Specialty-Anodized-Aluminum-Nonstick/dp/B0007SXBSS/ref=pd_sim_sbs_79_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=31mg1agWV6L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=0FWF3EXFMCWMH6W8QAEA
It is very excellent for good spatula angles as well as for filming sandwich creations.
I also strongly support this spatula, as it is the optimal spatula - http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00457P9QE/ref=twister_B004QGXNIA?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Just don't be one of those idiots that uses metal utensils on a non-stick pan
Post by: Melvang on Sun, 31 January 2016, 15:38:05
Ail, this is the pan - http://www.amazon.com/All-Clad-Specialty-Anodized-Aluminum-Nonstick/dp/B0007SXBSS/ref=pd_sim_sbs_79_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=31mg1agWV6L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=0FWF3EXFMCWMH6W8QAEA
It is very excellent for good spatula angles as well as for filming sandwich creations.
I also strongly support this spatula, as it is the optimal spatula - http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00457P9QE/ref=twister_B004QGXNIA?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Just don't be one of those idiots that uses metal utensils on a non-stick pan
I do, but I am very careful with it. I only have one non stick pan and that is the skillet I use for eggs, bacon, grilled cheese, pancakes, and such. Every other pan I have is either stainless steel, or cast iron.
Post by: geniekid on Fri, 05 February 2016, 20:29:18
The girlfriend is quite excited :))
Post by: romevi on Fri, 05 February 2016, 20:49:11
Post by: njbair on Fri, 05 February 2016, 20:57:53
As a funny side note, while describing the situation to her family, my wife coined the term Internet cheese, which has been tons of fun for the rest of us. Something bad happens? "Man, that's shadier than Internet cheese." etc., you get the point.
Anyway, thanks so much, Melvang! And I'm definitely interested in Round 2: Electric Asiago-loo.
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 05 February 2016, 21:41:56
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=79397.0