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TÊTE DE MOINE
Tête de Moine, a Swiss cheese, is traditionally eaten by shaving thin layers off with a special cutter called a girolle, creating “rosettes” or florets, which are then enjoyed individually. It pairs well with a variety of fruits, including fresh figs, grapes, berries, and apples.
HAVARTI
Havarti cheese is a versatile cheese that pairs well with a variety of foods and beverages. It’s often served with fruits like apples, pears, or figs, as well as with crackers or bread. It also pairs nicely with savory items like charcuterie, especially with cured meats like soppressata.
TALEGGIO CHEESE
Taleggio cheese, a soft Italian cheese with a pungent aroma, pairs well with a variety of foods and drinks. When it comes to pairings, Taleggio complements cured meats like prosciutto, pancetta, or porchetta. It also pairs well with sweet and savory items like fruit, nuts, and honey.
ASIAGO CHEESE
Asiago, a nutty-flavored cheese, comes in two forms: fresh and mature. The fresh has an off-white color and is smoother and milder, while mature Asiago is yellowish and somewhat crumbly. Asiago’s nutty flavor pairs well with sweet fruits like cherries, figs, and apricots, as well as nuts like walnuts.
PARMESAN
Parmesan is a hard, nutty cheese, can surprisingly be paired with fruits like figs, grapes, and peaches. Certain types of honey, like chestnut honey, can also be paired with Parmesan for a sweet and savory combination.
GOUDA CHEESE
A semi-hard to hard cheese with a smooth flavor, comes in several types, depending on its age. Gouda’s smoky flavor complements both sweet and savory fruits like apples, pears, peaches, or even dried apricots and cherries. Apricot, orange, or mango jams can add a sweet and tangy element to the cheese.
MOZZARELLA
Mozzarella pairs well with a variety of ingredients and can be enjoyed in many ways. It’s a versatile cheese that complements both sweet and savory flavors. Mozzarella can be enjoyed with fruits like peaches, figs, grapes, or cantaloupe.
GOAT CHEESE
Goat cheese is a versatile ingredient that can be enjoyed with a wide variety of foods, from simple snacks like crackers and fruit to more elaborate dishes like salads, sandwiches, and baked goods. Honey is a classic pairing for goat cheese, adding a touch of sweetness to the creamy, tangy flavor. Goat cheese pairs well with a variety of fruits, including fresh figs, grapes, berries, and apples.
GRUYERE CHEESE
This slightly grainy cheese is known for its fruity, earthy and nutty flavors. It melts well and adds a savory flavor without overpowering others. Pears, apples, figs, and stone fruits can be paired with Gruyere. Gruyere can be paired with fig jam, cherry jam, or honey for a sweet and savory combination.
BRIE CHEESE
Brie is a soft, white cheese. It is considered a great dessert cheese. Experts recommend enjoying it at room temperature. Brie cheese pairs well with a variety of foods, including fruits like figs, pears, apples, and grapes, as well as crackers, nuts, honey, and even cured meats.
CAMEMBERT CHEESE
Fresh Camembert cheese is bland, hard, and crumbly, but it becomes smoother with a runny interior as it ages. It has a rich, buttery flavor and a rind that’s meant to be eaten. Camembert is delicious when paired with crusty bread, fruits, or charcuterie.
MANCHEGO CHEESE
Manchego cheese pairs beautifully with a variety of sweet and savory items, including bread, fruits like figs and quince paste, nuts like almonds, and cured meats like chorizo or Jamón Ibérico.
CHEDDAR CHEESE
This popular cheese comes in many variations. Its flavor can range from creamy to sharp, and its color can run between a natural white to pumpkin orange. A cheddar’s texture changes as it ages, becoming drier and more crumbly. Cheddar cheese pairs well with sweet and tart fruits like figs, apples, pears, and grapes.
BLUE CHEESE
Blue is a general name for cheeses that were made with Penicillium cultures, which creates “blue” spots or veins. It has a distinct smell and, what some consider an acquired taste. Blue cheeses can be eaten crumbed or melted, pair well with fruits like pears and apples, as well as walnuts, and meats like steak and chicken.