The whole truth about cheeses with Paulius Ruškys

The whole truth about cheeses with Paulius Ruškys

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Cheese and dairy products Semi-hard cheese

Cheese Maasdam Kroon

Much loved for its sweet, nutty taste, this Dutch cheese has characteristic large holes due to the ripening process that makes it recognizable everywhere.

Country of origin

Netherlands

Aging period

5 weeks

Milk type

cow milk

History and uniqueness

Maasdam cheese is named after the small town of Maasdam. This old town was founded in 1270 at a crossing over the river Maas. Maasdam cheese has not been around as long as Gouda and Edam, but is just as popular. Its holes and taste mean that this cheese is referred to as the Dutch Emmental.

Goes best with

Food

Soups, sauces, cheese fondue, breakfast sandwiches, alone as a snack.

Drinks

White Zinfandel, Lager, Pale Ale, Gewurztraminer, Chardonnay, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Chianti.