Explore tens of thousands of sets crafted by our community.
Types of Cheeses
30
Flashcards
0/30
Ricotta
Texture: Soft, creamy, Flavor profile: Mild, milky, sweet, Common uses: Lasagna, ravioli filling, desserts like cheesecake
Feta
Texture: Crumbly, grainy, Flavor profile: Salty, tangy, Common uses: Salads, Mediterranean dishes, pastries
Cheddar
Texture: Hard, Flavor profile: Nutty, sharp, Common uses: Sandwiches, burgers, gratins
Havarti
Texture: Semi-soft, Flavor profile: Buttery, creamy, Common uses: Sliced for sandwiches, melting on burgers, cheese boards
Gorgonzola
Texture: Soft, crumbly, Flavor profile: Strong, pungent, salty, Common uses: Salads, risotto, cheese boards
Limburger
Texture: Soft, Flavor profile: Strong, pungent, Common uses: Sandwiches with onions, spread on rye bread, cheese boards
Boursin
Texture: Soft, creamy, Flavor profile: Garlic, herbs, creamy, Common uses: Spread on crackers, bread, in sandwiches
Blue Cheese
Texture: Varies from creamy to crumbly, Flavor profile: Pungent, spicy, tangy, Common uses: Salad dressings, cheese boards, as a condiment
Fontina
Texture: Semi-soft, Flavor profile: Mild, nutty, earthy, Common uses: Fondue, melting in casseroles, grilled cheese sandwiches
Halloumi
Texture: Semi-hard, rubbery, Flavor profile: Mild, salty, Common uses: Grilled, fried, served with vegetables or in salads
Comté
Texture: Hard, Flavor profile: Nutty, sweet, complex, Common uses: Fondue, gratins, sandwiches
Provolone
Texture: Semi-hard, Flavor profile: Mild, smoky (if smoked), Common uses: Sandwiches, pizza, grating over pasta
Swiss Cheese
Texture: Medium-hard, Flavor profile: Mild, nutty, sweet, Common uses: Sandwiches, fondues, baking
Edam
Texture: Semi-hard, Flavor profile: Mild, nutty, slightly salty, Common uses: Snacks, sandwiches, grating over various dishes
Reblochon
Texture: Soft, Flavor profile: Nutty, creamy, Common uses: Tartiflette, cheese boards, baking
Roquefort
Texture: Soft, crumbly, Flavor profile: Tangy, salty, savory, Common uses: Salad dressings, cheese boards, baking
Camembert
Texture: Soft, Flavor profile: Creamy, mushroomy, earthy, Common uses: Baked camembert, cheese boards, sandwiches
Taleggio
Texture: Soft, Flavor profile: Fruity, meaty, tangy, Common uses: Risotto, polenta, melted on pizza
Cotija
Texture: Hard, crumbly, Flavor profile: Salty, milky, Common uses: Tacos, salads, sprinkled on top of beans
Pecorino Romano
Texture: Hard, dense, Flavor profile: Sharp, tangy, salty, Common uses: Grating over pasta, baked dishes, soups
Stilton
Texture: Semi-soft, crumbly, Flavor profile: Rich, tangy, pungent, Common uses: Cheese boards, dessert pairings, soups
Goat Cheese (Chèvre)
Texture: Soft, creamy, Flavor profile: Tangy, earthy, Common uses: Salads, spreads, cheese boards
Asiago
Texture: Semi-soft to hard depending on aging, Flavor profile: Sharp, nutty, Common uses: Soups, pasta dishes, grated over salads
Brie
Texture: Soft, Flavor profile: Creamy, buttery, earthy, Common uses: Baked brie, cheese boards, sandwiches
Manchego
Texture: Firm, Flavor profile: Fruity, nutty, tangy, Common uses: Pairing with quince paste, cheese boards, in tapas
Mozzarella
Texture: Soft, moist, Flavor profile: Mild, Milky, Common uses: Pizza, caprese salad, lasagna
Monterey Jack
Texture: Semi-soft, Flavor profile: Mild, buttery, creamy, Common uses: Melting on nachos, quesadillas, burgers
Muenster
Texture: Soft, smooth, Flavor profile: Mild, milky, Common uses: Grilled cheese sandwiches, cheeseburgers, mac & cheese
Parmesan
Texture: Hard, granular, Flavor profile: Nutty, fruity, savory, Common uses: Grating over pasta, risottos, soups
Gouda
Texture: Semi-hard to hard, Flavor profile: Sweet, buttery, caramelly, Common uses: Snacking cheese, sandwiches, melting in dishes
© Hypatia.Tech. 2024 All rights reserved.