Located in Hoosick, New York, close to the Massachusetts and Vermont borders, Berle Farm is a certified organic farm, owned and operated by Beatrice Berle.

The 600-acre farmstead dates back to the 1840s. Beatrice comes from a long line of farmers and is dedicated to continuing sustainable farming practices, which include using solar power to run the farm.

Berle Farm produces a variety of dairy products including artisanal cheese and yogurt, in addition to raising organic beef cattle. Currently, the farm milks 8 cows to produce its three different cheeses.

Crowdie is a fresh farmer’s cheese made from cow’s milk. Traditionally made in Scotland, it is similar to cream cheese. Berle Farms’ version has a light buttery flavor with a slightly crumbly but still spreadable texture.

This cheese can be easily incorporated into several recipes to add richness.

A Berle Farm favorite is to make Crowdie and homemade sauerkraut wraps. However, it can be turned into a sauce for pasta with sautéed garlic, or placed atop steamed greens.