Description
Sap Sago Cheese, also known as Swiss Schabziger®, is a hard cheese that comes packaged in a 3.17-ounce cone.
This almost fat-free cheese is for the more adventuresome, and you'll find that a little goes a long way. It can be kept at room temperature (although we keep it under refrigeration). It is imported from Switzerland.
History and Production of Sap Sago Cheese
Sap Sago has been made for more than 1000 years in the Canton of Glarus in Switzerland. Its production, using fresh, skimmed Alpine cows' milk, has remained unchanged for centuries.
The milk is heated and soured naturally. Then the raw cheese is salted and flavored with the Alpine herb blue fenugreek, a special variety of clover thay makes the cheese so healthy and gives it its characteristic aroma and attractive green herb color. The natural product is matured for over 5 months, during which time it develops its typical tangy flavor.
On April 24, 1463, the citizens of Germany approved by plebiscite a law on the production, storage, and labeling of the world's first branded product. Today Sap Sago is made and sold by employing the most modern techniques, yet keeping with traditional values.
Have Fun with Sap Sago Cheese
Sap Sago's uses are endless -- grate it over boiled or baked potatoes, noodles, pasta, pizza, soups and salads and even over apple and cherry pies. The Swiss often mix Sap Sago in equal parts with butter for a very tasty spread on fresh breads.
To easily grate Sap Sago, take a look at our Zyliss Classic Restaurant Rotary Cheese Grater. Sap Sago also comes as a powder, saving you the work of grating the cone.
- Made in: Switzerland
- Known as: Swiss Schabziger and Sap Sago
- Ingredients: Skimmed cows' milk, blue fenugreek (clover)
- How use: Grated over potatoes, pasta, pizza, soups, salads, popcorn, buttered bread, apple and cherry pies
- Unique qualities: Almost fat free, keeps without refrigeration (take note of the best-use date on the container)
- Companion product: Sap Sago Herb Cheese Powder, Zyliss Classic Restaurant Rotary Cheese Grater
Sap Sago Cheese:
Ingredients
Skimmed cows' milk, salt, blue fenugreek (clover). Aged over 150 days.
The actual product shipped may differ in ways which Homestead Market considers to be non-material from the description of the product set forth herein. Pictures and listed ingredients may not reflect manufacturer up-dates, new formulas and re-formulations. Please inspect the product closely upon receipt and contact Homestead Market if you are not satisfied with the product which you receive.
This product should be used only in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Please read all information about the product before use. Pay particular attention to any warnings or cautionary statements from the manufacturer. If you are uncertain about the use of a product, consult the manufacturer before using the product.
Details
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For something new, introduce your guests to this hard, low-fat, pungent grating cheese produced only in Glarus, Switzerland. Also known as Swiss Schabziger®. |
Customer Reviews
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Schabziger
Swiss born I used to have relatives bring me the sago schabziger upon visits. I am thrilled that now I can order this, one of my favorite and healthy items with you. It arrived on time and is great as always. Thank you for carrying the schabziger. I Iove you for it and please continue offering this product.
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Sap Sago
I used to eat this as a child since I was born and raised in switzerland then moved to the states in 74 never did forget the taste and just now found it again. Love it tastes just as good as it did back then and my mom loves it too she is 85.
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Mr.
Excellent product AND service/delivery was better than excellent!!!!!!!!! R. Mayer 5/23/2014
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Sap Sago
Thank you for your prompt delivery. I have been looking for this cheese for many years. I remember the smell and taste of it from my youth. Try Sap Sago in salad dressings. Add a depth and extra zip to Blue cheese dressing.
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Yummy!
I was delighted to find this cheese. I used it several years ago and was not able to find it again until now. I made the salad dressing from the insert with product; it is delicious. I have used it grated on salad and pasta also. It seems to go with everything I prepare. What a wonderful product....so good.
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Delicious and prompt delivery
Excellent shipping and handling!Just as expected, delicious cheese. Glad I found your sight, will be ordering more. Couldn''t find in any gourmet stores in town. Thanks.
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sap sago
Hard to get this item locally. Glad that you carry it. Thank you.
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wonderful
I was so excited fo have found my Sap Sago on your website. Also it was at a MUCH better price than on Amazon and was delivered very quickly. Sap Sago is something I have grown up and eaten for 50+ years. Thank You
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Sap Sago Cheese
the cheese came in a very timely manner.
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Hard to find cheese
Gave rating of 5, hope that is highest,not sure. Hard to find Sap Sago cheese but have enjoyed it for 60 years. Very much appreciate ease of order and VERY fast delivery. Thank you, GARY
