What do you dip Culvers cheese curds in?

Q: What kind of cheese is Culvers cheese sauce?

Culvers signature Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese Sauce is a creamy blend of real Wisconsin sharp cheddar and fresh dairy. Enjoy with your favorite Culvers snack.

Q: Are Culvers cheese curds real cheese?

Culvers Cheese Curds are a dairyland delicacy that were proud to share across the country. In fact, we even created a national holiday to help spread the word about their cheesy goodness! Our curds are made with un-aged yellow and white cheddar cheese sourced locally from a family-owned dairy in Stanley, WI.

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DIY Cheese Curd Dippin’ Sauce 4 Ways
1. Garlic Aioli
2. Comeback “Curd” Sauce
3. Spicy Ketchup
4. Parmesan Ranch
What are cheese curds served with?
Will cheese curds melt into a sauce?
What kind of cheese is Culver's cheese sauce?
Are Culver's cheese curds real cheese?

DIY Cheese Curd Dippin’ Sauce 4 Ways

There’s no question that Wisconsin Cheese Curds are delicious just as they are, but it’s fun to mix things up once in a while with a tasty dippin’ sauce. Of course, you can’t go wrong with classics like ranch or honey mustard, but I’ve been experimenting with a few simple recipes that will take your everyday dipping sauces to the next level.

1. Garlic Aioli

If you ask me, you can never have too much garlic. All you need for this recipe is 3 cloves of garlic, mayo, and salt and pepper. Once you try this, it’ll be hard to go back to plain mayo. You’ve been warned!

1 cup mayo
3 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste

2. Comeback “Curd” Sauce

Just call me the Comeback Curd, because I’m always coming back for more of this easy DIY dippin’ sauce. Comeback Sauce, a slightly spicy sauce that’s common in the southern United States, adds the perfect amount of kick to deliciously melty Wisconsin Cheese Curds.

½ cup mayo
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons hot sauce (Curd Nerd’s choice!)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon garlic powder

3. Spicy Ketchup

If you want to dial up the spice even more, I suggest this super simple spicy ketchup recipe. Curd Nerd Tip: When cooking with chili powder, rub the spice between your fingers to release some of the natural oils for even more of that smoky flavor.

½ cup ketchup
1 teaspoon hot sauce
½ teaspoon chili powder.

4. Parmesan Ranch

Everyone knows that ranch = life, but you can elevate your ranch dipping sauce with just a few simple ingredients. Follow these steps to create your own Parmesan Ranch dipping sauce, inspired by the award-winning recipe from the Culver’s cheese curd dipping sauce competition.

½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
¼ cup whole buttermilk
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
¼ cup chopped scallions
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Salt and pepper to taste

Got a DIY dippin’ sauce creation that’s all your own? Enlighten me with your recipe by tagging @curdisthecurd on Instagram or Twitter.

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Over the years, Culver’s guests have made it clear that they love Wisconsin Cheese Curds. You’ve dressed as cheese curds for Halloween, declared your love on social media and embraced Curdis, our Curd Nerd mascot. It was your appreciation for cheese curds that inspired us to throw an event to celebrate our favorite cheesy snack.

We got together with more than 60 Curd Nerds in Chicago, Illinois, to host a friendly competition between Emily Hallock, a Top 10 finalist on MasterChef Season 9 and a loyal Culver’s guest, and Quinn Adkins, the director of menu development for Culver’s. They competed to make the best cheese curd dipping sauce exclusively for the guests in attendance.

Here’s how Culver’s Cheese Curd Challenge went down.

Emily and Quinn prepared their sauces. Emily’s take was basil-inspired and meant to complement the richness of the cheddar cheese. Quinn’s sauce amped up the cheesiness, incorporating both parmesan and bleu cheese.

Guests sampled the sauces with some Wisconsin Cheese Curds—they’re perfect for dipping.

The judges—Jocelyn Delk Adams of Grandbaby Cakes, Erin Byrne of 312food and Billy Parisi of Simple Creations, Chef Inspired—deliberated.

Quinn was named the winner, but we were all winners—we all got to enjoy Wisconsin Cheese Curds, after all.

We celebrated with cheesy photos.

Lots of smiles.

And more Cheese Curds, of course.

Even Curdis was in on the fun!

There’s no doubt that we all had a great time at the Cheese Curd Challenge. See more of the event in the video below.

Are Wisconsin Cheese Curds one of your favorite foods, too? Tell us about it on Facebook or share your cheesiest photo on Instagram or Twitter using #culvers.

What are cheese curds served with?

Cheese curds are small, moist pieces of curdled milk that are enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or in dishes, like poutine. Some call this cheese “squeaky cheese” because of the noise it makes as it is being eaten. Most commonly found in Wisconsin, cheese curds can be eaten with ketchup, ranch dressing, and more.

Will cheese curds melt into a sauce?

Feta, cotija, queso fresco ricotta, halloumi, and creamy goat won't melt into a smooth sauce. Mozzarella, provolone, and cheddar curds will melt but tend to be stringy.

What kind of cheese is Culver's cheese sauce?

Culver's signature Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese Sauce is a creamy blend of real Wisconsin sharp cheddar and fresh dairy. Enjoy with your favorite Culver's snack.

Are Culver's cheese curds real cheese?

Culver's Cheese Curds are a dairyland delicacy that we're proud to share across the country. In fact, we even created a national holiday to help spread the word about their cheesy goodness! Our curds are made with un-aged yellow and white cheddar cheese sourced locally from a family-owned dairy in Stanley, WI.