Gouda Cheese

Originally from the village of Gouda, northeast of Rotterdam, in the Netherlands, Gouda cheese, pronounced "how-da" by the Dutch, was already being exported to other countries as far back as the 13th century. Gouda is a semi-firm to hard cheese similar to Edam. Made from full milk it has a firm, straw-colored body scattered with a few small irregular holes. The young cheeses, aged for one to four months, are very mild and buttery.

Characteristics
Cow's milk, semi-firm, nutty and mellow, inedible red wax rind.

Food Suggestion
This classic snacking cheese is also excellent on sandwiches and burgers, or on a fruit tray.

Beverage Pairing
Beaujolais Villages, lager beer

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