Plums with Quark

When I found a handmade version of quark made by Mrs Wild’s dairy in Isny, in the beautiful Alpine region of Bavaria, I was both delighted and relieved to know that a traditional version of this cheese still exists.

Quark is delicious on its own or with the addition of puréed fruits or minced nuts. Preserved or baked fruit, like plums, are superb accompaniments as the sharp yet sweet taste of the fruit is perfect alongside the smooth, silky texture of the soft fresh