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Packed frozen with commercial dry ice & thick thermal insulation.
Guaranteed cold arrival or we reship immediately at no cost.
Crafted by heritage smokehouses & Louisiana certified producers.
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While it cools, it gels naturally from the pork ingredients, so no artificial gelatin is used. HogHead Cheese tastes great on crackers
Serving Instructions: Serve as an appetizer with your choice of crackers.
What is hogshead cheese?
Hogshead cheese is made from bone-in pork roasts, onions, green onions, parsley, and seasoning. ... The bone-in pork, once simmered down, provides the necessary gelling effect. Head cheese is usually served cold.
To make this Louisiana delight, pork skins, pork, and sautéed vegetables and spices are passed through a grinder, then cooled in cheese-shaped loaves. While it cools, it gels naturally from the pork ingredients, so no artificial gelatin is used.
What's another name for hog head cheese?
It is often referred to in North America as “head cheese.” Many people believe that calling it cheese makes it sound more appetizing. Other names that it goes by include “brawn,” potted heid,” and “souse.”
All authentic Louisiana meats and specialties are prepared according to generational bayou recipes. Here are our smokehouse pitmaster guidelines for best flavor:
Submerge links in barely simmering water (do not boil hard or casings will burst) for 10–12 minutes until heated through (internal temp 160°F).
Preheat to 375°F. Lightly brush casings with butter or oil. Cook for 10–14 minutes, turning halfway through until the skin is delightfully crispy.
Place over indirect, medium-low heat on pecan or hickory coals. Turn frequently for 8–10 minutes until casings are taut and lightly charred.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Transfer to a heavy Dutch oven or saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until hot and bubbling.
All authentic Louisiana meats and specialties are prepared according to generational bayou recipes. Here are our smokehouse pitmaster guidelines for best flavor:
Submerge links in barely simmering water (do not boil hard or casings will burst) for 10–12 minutes until heated through (internal temp 160°F).
Preheat to 375°F. Lightly brush casings with butter or oil. Cook for 10–14 minutes, turning halfway through until the skin is delightfully crispy.
Place over indirect, medium-low heat on pecan or hickory coals. Turn frequently for 8–10 minutes until casings are taut and lightly charred.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Transfer to a heavy Dutch oven or saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until hot and bubbling.
Living in Colorado, finding real Louisiana boudin and smoked meats is impossible. It arrived packed hard in dry ice. Steamed it in a pot for 12 minutes and the rice/pork balance and cayenne spice level were perfection.
Was skeptical about ordering frozen food in the summer heat, but the cooler had plenty of dry ice remaining. Air fried at 375°F for 12 mins and had the crispiest, juiciest sausage links ever.
My family is from St. Martinville. This is the real deal—no fillers, authentic seasonings, and great smoke flavor. This is my go-to online store now.