Proclaimed Cheese Curd Capital of Wisconsin. Wisconsin cheese. Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery Est. 1910. What are Cheese Curds? Simply put Cheese Curds are squeaky fresh delectable cheddar cheese in its natural, random shape and form before being processed into blocks of cheddar. Delectable cheddar cheese curds became popular when Wisconsin cheese makers would take handfuls of these delicious and nutritious cheese morsels home to their children. Farmer certified rBGH free. Gluten free. For orders call: 715-273-4311. www.EllsworthCheese.com.