Description
Just Jane Cheddar Cheese
About Just Jane
Just Jane, a mature cheddar from Lincolnshire, immediately stands out for its distinctive wax coating and a bold story rooted in local aviation history.
Just Jane isn’t your average supermarket cheddar. It’s made with care in small batches at Lymn Bank Farm, using pasteurised cow’s milk and vegetarian rennet. The cheese is left to mature for about two years, which gives it that lovely depth of flavour and a creamy, firm bite. The wax coating on Just Jane isn’t just there to look pretty. It actually protects the cheese as it ages, keeping in the moisture and helping it develop that rich character.
The History
There’s a real sense of local pride behind Just Jane. The cheese is named after ‘Just Jane’, one of the few Avro Lancaster bombers still around, which you can find at the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre in East Kirkby.
It’s a lovely link between cheese and local history, giving Just Jane a real sense of purpose beyond just tasting good. It’s all about community, memories, and keeping our heritage alive.
Just Jane – Jen’s Tasting Notes
As Just Jane matures, the flavour deepens and becomes more complex, but it never becomes too strong or crumbly. That’s what sets it apart from the younger or mass-produced cheddars.
Just Jane really lives up to its reputation. The inside is a lovely creamy straw-yellow, set off by the deep black wax. You get clean, buttery flavours with a hint of earthiness, and as it matures, a bit of savoury aroma comes through. The texture is firm but still creamy, never too dry or crumbly. As it ages, it develops nutty and umami notes, and it finishes with a tang that lingers without overpowering.
It’s the sort of cheddar you can enjoy every day, but it’s still interesting enough to impress any cheese lover.
How to Serve and Pair Just Jane Cheddar
- Make sure you take it out of the fridge a good hour before you want to eat it so it can come up to room temperature.
- Classic pairings: The citrus flavours and hops in an IPA cut through the richness of the cheese, making it a great match.
- Something a little different: If you’re more of a red wine fan, a medium-bodied Merlot or Pinot Noir works really well with the earthy, nutty flavours.
- On the plate: Try it with some crusty bread for a simple yet ideal match that lets the cheese shine. Add in some sweet onion chutney to add vibrant contrast.
- In the kitchen: Try grating Just Jane over a gratin or mac and cheese; it adds a lovely creaminess.
Jen’s note: The Avro Lancaster NX611, known as Just Jane, has quite a story of its own. After serving in the war, it was saved and restored, and now sits proudly in Lincolnshire. There’s been a long-running campaign to get her back in the air. The team at Lymn Bank Farm wanted to help, so they named their mature cheddar after the plane. Every time you buy a truckle of Just Jane, a bit goes towards the restoration fund, helping to get her back in the air.
Buying Just Jane Cheddar
- Brand or Producer: Lymm Bank Farm
- Product name: Just Jane Cheddar
- Milk: Cow
- Country: England
- Region: Lincolnshire
- Strength: Medium to strong
- Vegetarian: Yes
- Suitable for pregnancy: Yes
- Allergens: MILK
Sizes and Prices
- 100g wedge, £2.60
- 500g wedge, £13.00
- Whole cheese (approx. 2kg), available to pre-order
Storage Advice
- Keep refrigerated
- Wrap in waxed paper or cling film
- Remove from the fridge before serving
- Consume within 10 to 14 days of opening
Delivery and Collection
- UK wide courier delivery
- Click and collect from our Pangbourne shop
- Free local delivery available for selected postcodes
Ingredients (Allergens are listed in capitals)
MILK, starter cultures, vegetarian rennet, salt
