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Five Cheeses Your Will Love

4th June, 2010 - Posted by health news -

The time has come for cheese tasters to soothe their palates with some international variants. Begin by tasting 5 unique cheese variants.

5 Foreign Cheeses List

Cashel Blue
Freshly prepared Cashel Blue is spongy and solidifies only when chilled in the refrigerator for a couple of weeks. Fresh Cashel Blue has a subtle cheesy flavor which deepens as it ages. Cashel Blue is prepared from cows’ milk by one single Irish domestic unit. A combination of Cashel Blue and white Sancerre, makes for a tasty treat at room temperature.It is tasty enough to be served as it is to guests or it can be combined with yoghurt for innovative salad dressings. Being a strong flavored cheese, Cashel Blue ideally complements preparations like stuffed button mushrooms and is ideal for steak toppings as well.

Ekte Gjetost
Ekte Gjetost was initially manufactured in Norway.It is exclusively manufactured from goat’s milk and sports a firm texture when freshly manufactured. Ekte Gjetost is represented by its dark hues. Ekte Gjetost has a dominating cheesy flavor which goes well with dry Chardonnay or Riesling. Melted Ekte Gjetost makes a delicious dip for fresh fruits like pears and apples. When combined with bread toasts, Ekte Gjetost lends a sweet taste to it, which makes for a tasty breakfast dish. The sweetness of Ekte Gjetost makes it ideal bread spread for children.

Halloumi Cheese
Halloumi is a white cheese with a distinct salty taste. Made in the islands of Cyprus, Halloumi is made from sheep and goat milk. Storing Halloumi cheese becomes easier when mint is added to it which acts as a preservative. However, mint possesses a definite flavor of its own which tends to make the taste of this cheese slightly different. The flavor of Halloumi cheese tends to deepen when stored for long. To enjoy its traditional flavor its better to grill slices of it on charcoal fire and serve with a sauce made from fresh olives, parsley and lime extract.Grate Halloumi cheese and mix it in your pastas and chicken dishes for enhanced taste. Tsipouro and ouzo go well with it.

Bra Duro Cheese
Bra Duro is traditional Italian cheddar, sold after being stored for a couple of years. Prepared from cows’ milk, it has a firm texture. The flavor is subtle with a hint of spices and nuts.Manufactured in Italian farmhouses, The Bra Duro can be used in any dish which requires a distinct cheesy flavor.Bra Duro tastes good with Italian wines and amber beers as well.

Amarelo Cheese
Amarelo is manufactured from a mix of goat and sheep milk and originates in Portugal. It solidifies when freshly made but tends to become soft when stored at room temperature. It makes for a sumptuous treat when consumed with plums, grapes and cherries. However its earthy flavor is best exploited when used in recipes like lobster bisque and grilled shrimps. Amarelo is a good accompaniment for Italian Amarone wine and port wine as well.

Every one of these types of cheeses is different in their tastes and should be tried in isolation.

Buy these cheeses from your trusted cheese shop.