Jam, Fruit and Honey Can Transform This Humble Dairy Product

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It's taken me a while to realise that cheese is not always best enjoyed alone. I don't mean that it tastes better when eaten in a crowd, rather that there are certain accompaniments that bring out surprising hidden depths.

We all know the invigorating effect a chunky, punchy pickle can have on a flaccid piece of Cheddar. Or that sensuous, florid warmth that occurs when a mouthful of decent Stilton is alternated with long sips of good port (although the practice of pouring an entire glass into a whole cheese does little for it the next day). A grape or two can lift the creaminess of Brie, while a slice of apple is a tangy partner to a multitude of varieties.

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Jam, Fruit and Honey Can Transform This Humble Dairy Product

But I have recently discovered the joys of pairing certain cheeses with rather more unusual partners. And far from sledgehamme...

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