cheddar

noun, often capitalized

ched·dar | \ ˈche-dər

Definition of cheddar

: a hard white, yellow, or orange smooth-textured cheese with a flavor that ranges from mild to strong as the cheese matures

— called also cheddar cheese

Examples of cheddar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The burger—served with black garlic mayo, cheddar, marrow-roasted onions, bacon and dill pickles—is also a local favorite. — Todd Plummer, Vogue, "Why This Region of Virginia Could Be the South’s New Foodie Hotspot," 29 Jan. 2019 Try the signature classic with muenster and cheddar - or go a bit wilder with the Turkey Lurkey (turkey breast and brie cheese with guava pineapple spread). — Lauren Delgado, OrlandoSentinel.com, "8 places for a grilled cheese sandwich (or doughnut)," 12 Apr. 2018 Jan's Health Bar is known for a variety of sandwiches and salads, as well as its tuna avocado protein bowl, broccoli cheddar soup, crunchy kale wrap and Holguin's favorite: a peanut butter and banana date smoothie. — Kathleen Luppi, latimes.com, "Jan’s Health Bar to celebrate 45th anniversary at original Huntington Beach location," 22 Mar. 2018 Third place was filled by Rose Senior Living's broccoli cheddar soup. — Linda Gandee/special To Cleveland.com, cleveland.com, "There's nothing better than hot soup on a cold day in Avon," 29 Jan. 2018 Per capita consumption of mozzarella has topped cheddar since 2010. — Heather Haddon, WSJ, "America Can’t Move Its Cheese," 17 Dec. 2018 The breakfast menu will include a mix of English and American fare, including scones, Eccles cake, quiche, fruit, bacon and cheddar grits — and of course, coffee, tea, and mimosas. — Laney Ruckstuhl, BostonGlobe.com, "With scones and mimosas, Plimoth Plantation plans royal wedding watch party," 18 May 2018 How about a brisket taco with smoked cheddar on a crunchy corn tortilla with corn salsa and habanero mango barbecue sauce? — Liz Biro, Indianapolis Star, "Huge late-night taco spot coming to Broad Ripple lets you build your own," 7 May 2018 At the Goose, Earnhardt whips cane syrup with soft unsalted butter for extra oomph on her Sweet Blonde biscuit sandwich (country ham, extra-sharp cheddar, over-easy egg). — Rebekah Denn, The Seattle Times, "Cane syrup, a Southern staple, makes its way to Seattle just in time for prime pecan-pie season," 20 Nov. 2018

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