Bondost Cheese "Farmer's Cheese" Half Wheel - Plain or Caraway

Bondost Cheese “Farmer’s Cheese” Half Wheel – Plain or Caraway is a classic Swedish-style semi-soft cow’s milk cheese, also known simply as Bondost or Bond-Ost (literally “farmer’s cheese”).

Key details

•  Size: Half wheel, typically around 1.25–1.5 lb (often listed near 18 oz / ~1.1–1.25 lb depending on the exact cut).

•  Texture: Semi-soft, smooth, and creamy—similar to Havarti but without the characteristic holes. It slices cleanly and melts well.

•  Flavor: Mild, buttery, and approachable with a gentle dairy sweetness and light tang.

•  Plain: Clean, pure cow’s-milk taste.

•  Caraway: The same mild base enhanced with whole caraway seeds for a subtle earthy, aromatic, slightly anise-like warmth.

•  Appearance: Soft yellow (usually tinted with a bit of annatto), formed as a half-wheel cut from the traditional cylindrical shape.

•  Origin & production: Recipe originated in Sweden. The widely available U.S. version (often from Noon Hour Food Products in Chicago) stays true to the traditional Stromwall Brothers style. Made from pasteurized cow’s milk, cultures, salt, enzymes, and (for the caraway version) caraway seeds.

Serving suggestions

•  Ideal as an appetizer or everyday snack.

•  Excellent on cheese boards, with rye crackers or crispbread, cured meats, pickled vegetables, or mustard.

•  Melts nicely for open-faced sandwiches, toasts, or simple warm dishes.

•  Pairs well with aquavit, light beers, or mild wines.

This half-wheel format is convenient for smaller households or when you want a more manageable portion than the full 2+ lb rounds, while still offering the authentic mild Scandinavian farmer’s cheese experience in either plain or caraway style. Keep refrigerated.