Blue cheese is a staple of summer potlucks and tailgating, making Clemson Blue Cheese an invaluable ingredient for favorite recipes.
As National Blue Cheese Dressing Day approaches on July 16, South Carolinians have a delicious reason to celebrate with a product made right here in the Palmetto State.
Clemson University Blue Cheese — crafted at the Clemson University Creamery — is the perfect ingredient for homemade blue cheese dressing, combining award-winning flavor with a story of innovation, education and South Carolina agriculture.
This year, Clemson University reached a major milestone by participating for the first time in the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities’ (APLU) “Scoops of Science” University Creamery Reception on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.
The annual event brought together more than 20 university creameries from across the country to serve their products to policymakers, highlighting how public and land-grant universities are driving agricultural innovation, food science education and economic development.
Clemson University’s invitation to participate showcased South Carolina’s leadership in dairy and food science on a national stage. Clemson’s Creamery serves as a hands-on teaching and research facility where students gain practical experience in dairy production, food safety, product development and entrepreneurship, while faculty and students conduct research that advances precision dairy science, genetic optimization and sustainable food production.
For Clemson University, its Capitol Hill blue cheese debut underscores the growing national reputation of Clemson Blue Cheese, which has earned praise from chefs, food enthusiasts and cheese competitions alike. Since 1941, this artisanal cheese has been making its way into the hearts of cheese connoisseurs, and the same craftsmanship that earned national recognition also makes Clemson Blue Cheese the perfect foundation for an unforgettable homemade blue cheese dressing.
National Blue Cheese Dressing Day offers a timely opportunity to feature a uniquely South Carolina story that connects award-winning food with higher education, agricultural innovation and student success.
Celebrate National Blue Cheese Dressing Day with Clemson University Blue Cheese — the blue cheese that has fans across the country. Blend it into a homemade dressing with fresh ingredients, then drizzle it over crisp salads, wings, burgers, veggies or fruit. It’s a delicious way to enjoy an award-winning cheese while supporting Clemson’s tradition of excellence in dairy craftsmanship.
Clemson Blue Cheese Dressing IV
Servings: 8
½ cup Buttermilk
¼ cup Vegetable oil
2 Tbsp Chives, chopped
3-ounces Clemson Blue Cheese, crumbled
¼ tsp Ground white pepper
In a blender or food processor, blend buttermilk, oil, chives, pepper and half the Clemson Blue Cheese until smooth; stir in remaining Clemson Blue Cheese.
From Tastes of Clemson Blue Cheese Cookbook by Chef Christian Thormose.
