The Daily Balance

As I sit here wanting to eat my arm patiently, like the amazing wife I am (waiting for the Mister to get home so we can eat dinner together!), I figured I’d make myself a little snacky snack

This weekend at Whole Foods, I picked up some of my favorite crackers: Suzie’s Flatbread with Rosemary and Olive Oil. It’s only 95 calories for three of these crackers and the Rosemary and Olive Oil is the perfect flavor pairing to compliment the crunchy cracker. Of course when I think of crackers, my mind instantly goes to one of my favorite foods — CHEESE! Because really, what good is a cracker without cheese? We don’t want naked crackers running around, do we? Of course not, this is a family-friendly site.

Anyway, one of my go-to cheeses for cracker spreading is farmer cheese, specifically, Lifeway farmer cheese.

From the Lifeway Web site:

Lifeway’s Farmer’s Cheese is a cultured soft cheese made from an Old World European recipe. It adds unmistakable flavor and texture to the eating experience. This cheese is very low in fat, cholesterol and calories, and it has a distinctive, slightly acidulous, pleasantly smooth flavor.

I love farmers cheese because it provides a delicate creaminess without overpowering the flavors in the dish (or cracker!). For those of you who haven’t tried farmers cheese, I recommend giving it a whirl. But first timers– pick a flavorful cracker to pair it with! Like I said, it’s more of a creamy texture provider than it is a cheesy flavor provider (does that make sense?) — you just have to try it!

deliciousness waiting to happen

Look at that rosemary!

Side view of the crunchiness

Together at last!

I often enjoy this snack with sliced tomatoes on top. The tomatoes taste great with the rosemary and olive oil flavoring!

Have any of you tried farmers cheese? What is your favorite way to enjoy it? What are some of your favorite tide-you-over snacks?

20 Responses to “‘Daily Delish’ – Cheese and Crackers”

1. Run Sarah said:

   I enjoy cheese but it’s been driving my lactose intolerant self crazy lately, so I’ve been trying soy mozzarella cheese slices..they are a great alternative!

   Posted on April 20, 2009 at 6:31 pm | Reply
2. VeggieGirl said:

   Oooh, rosemary!!

   My favorite tide-me-over snack = Pure bar or a protein shake.

   Posted on April 20, 2009 at 6:34 pm | Reply
3. Meg said:

   I LOVE me some cheese – but unfortunately my tummy does not so I stick with the totally not-fancy veggie cheese, or soy cheese…boring right?! I love your snack and I’m totally jealous

   Have a wonderful evening!

   <3Meg!

   Posted on April 20, 2009 at 6:44 pm | Reply
4. Jaime said:

   Me loves me some cheese too!! When my honey is home we like to get some aged white cheddar to enjoy with our red wine. Sans crackers. Straight up!

   I keep light herbed cream cheese on hand quite often for a quick snack. Spread on a small whole wheat tortilla and rolled up is a fast hold-me-over….or take that and fill it with leafy greens and crunchy veggies for a light meal.

   Posted on April 20, 2009 at 6:57 pm | Reply
5. Emily said:

   those crackers look so good! if i am snacking more out of boredom than hunger, i grab some fruit or raw veggies; if i need something more substantial, i usually grab some raw nuts.

   Posted on April 20, 2009 at 8:15 pm | Reply
6. Anais said:

   Those crackers really look good I’ll have to find them! Rosemary and olive oil is just the perfect combination

   Posted on April 20, 2009 at 8:21 pm | Reply
7. Priyanka said:

   Rosemary and olive oil is a rocking combination! Those crackers look really good!

   Posted on April 20, 2009 at 8:48 pm | Reply
8. gina (fitnessista) said:

   the crackers look so light and heavenly!
   my favorite tide me over snack is a date with almond butter or a larabar
   have a great night!

   Posted on April 20, 2009 at 10:06 pm | Reply
9. Sharon said:

   Oh wow, those crackers look SOOO good.

   Posted on April 20, 2009 at 10:07 pm | Reply
10. sue said:

    i’ve never tried farmers cheese, but i have yet to find one i didn’t like, so i’ll have to give that a try! my favorite tide me over snack is apple slices with pb or cheese

    Posted on April 20, 2009 at 10:14 pm | Reply
11. Jenn@slim-shoppin.com said:

    I’ve never tried farmer’s cheese, is it available at most markets??

    It looks great with those crackers!!

    Posted on April 20, 2009 at 10:29 pm | Reply
    • thedailybalance said:

      Jenn — I’ve seen it at most grocery stores — even local chain stores like Giant Eagle or Kroger – sometimes it’s in the ‘kosher’ section (if they have one) I think the way the cheese is prepared meets kosher standards…who knew!?

      Posted on April 21, 2009 at 5:23 am | Reply
12. Andrea@WellnessNotes said:

    The crackers and farmer’s cheese look great. I love rosemary. I have to look for these crackers!

    I haven’t eaten farmer’s cheese in a long time. But I used to put it on a backed potato (instead of sour cream), chives and a little salt and pepper.

    Posted on April 20, 2009 at 10:34 pm | Reply
    • thedailybalance said:

      Andrea — topping for a baked potato is a great idea, I’ll have to try it!

      Posted on April 21, 2009 at 5:21 am | Reply
13. Erin said:

    I haven’t ever had it, but have a feeling that I should. Is it like goat cheese? My fav.

    That recipe looks smart. Well done!

    Posted on April 20, 2009 at 10:38 pm | Reply
    • thedailybalance said:

      Erin- it’s not AS creamy as goat cheese (also my fave!) It’s a bit lighter in texture — whipped, if you will.

      Posted on April 21, 2009 at 5:21 am | Reply
14. Jessica said:

    Yum that looks like such a yummy snack!!

    Something w/ peanut butter always hold me over well.
    I love yogurt w/ cereal, fruit & pb on top!! Such a good snack!

    Posted on April 20, 2009 at 10:41 pm | Reply
15. Amber said:

    Oh, I just finished eating supper and I’m full, full, full but that looks DELISH!!! I can only imagine how good it would be with tomatoes sliced up on top!

    Posted on April 20, 2009 at 11:45 pm | Reply
16. K said:

    As a cheese FIEND! That snack sounds 100% delicious!!

    Posted on April 21, 2009 at 9:51 am | Reply
17. Courtney said:

    I have never tried ‘farmers cheese’! I am addicted to cheese and creackers–I love mine with herb chevre!

    Posted on April 22, 2009 at 12:30 pm | Reply