Food Ingredients - Cheese

Here you will learn the names of different types of cheese in English such as "mozzarella", "cottage cheese", and "ricotta".

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American cheese

[noun]

a mild processed cheese based on cheddar with a soft texture, usually sliced and wrapped in plastic

Ex: I like to melt American cheese on top of my burger.

blue cheese

[noun]

any type of cheese containing blue lines or mold

Ex: Spread a layer of blue cheese on your burger for an extra burst of flavor .

camembert

[noun]

a rich creamy cheese with a soft texture and a white rind that has a strong taste and is originally made in Normandy, France

Ex: You can serve camembert with some crusty bread and fig jam for a delightful appetizer.

Cheddar

[noun]

a type of hard yellow cheese from Cheddar, England

Ex: The Cheddar cheese melted perfectly on top of the homemade lasagna.

cheese rind

[noun]

the outer, edible layer that develops during the aging process of certain cheeses

Ex: The Brie cheese had a soft and creamy interior , with a bloomy white cheese rind.

Cheshire cheese

[noun]

a crumbly and tangy cheese originating from the English county of Cheshire

Ex: You can pair Cheshire cheese with some crackers or crusty bread .

cottage cheese

[noun]

a mild white cheese made with curds of milk which its cream has been taken

Ex: You can prepare a salad jar by layering fresh vegetables and cottage cheese.

cream cheese

[noun]

a type of smooth soft cheese that is made from whole milk and cream

Ex: She spread cream cheese on a bagel for breakfast , topping it with smoked salmon and capers .

curd cheese

[noun]

a type of cottage cheese that is low in fat

Ex: Make a creamy and comforting vegetable curry by adding curd cheese to the sauce .

Edam

[noun]

a mild semi-firm cheese that is round and wrapped in red wax, originally made in the Netherlands

Ex: The Edam cheese adds a creamy and nutty flavor to my grilled cheese sandwich .

farmer's cheese

[noun]

a fresh cheese made from cow's milk that has a mild, slightly tangy flavor

Ex: You can make a simple farmer's cheese tart with a buttery crust and top it with fresh fruit.

feta cheese

[noun]

a Greek cheese taken from a mixture of goat's and sheep's milk that is white and has holes in it

Ex: Feta cheese pairs perfectly with juicy watermelon , creating a refreshing summer salad .

fromage frais

[noun]

a fresh and creamy cheese that is white in color originally made in northern France or southern Belgium

Ex: Fromage frais is a great substitute for mayonnaise in sandwiches .

goat cheese

[noun]

any cheese that is made from goat's milk

Ex: The chef used goat cheese as a filling for the savory tart , adding a distinct flavor .

gorgonzola

[noun]

an Italian blue cheese with a pungent taste and smell

Ex: I recently discovered a delicious Gorgonzola and honey crostini recipe.

Gouda

[noun]

a yellow, round cheese from the Netherlands

Ex: They enjoyed a picnic in the park with a loaf of crusty bread and a wedge of Gouda.

process cheese

[noun]

a cheese product made by blending natural cheese with emulsifying salts and other ingredients

Ex: Process cheese slices are convenient for adding a cheesy touch to burgers or sandwiches .

ricotta

[noun]

a white whey cheese that is soft and unsalted, made in Italy

Ex: The ricotta adds a creamy texture and subtle tanginess to the pancakes .

stilton

[noun]

a type of English cheese with a strong flavor that is made in Leicestershire, usually with blue mold

Ex: Spread some Stilton on a warm baguette for a quick and satisfying snack.

string cheese

[noun]

cheese, usually mozzarella that is formed in tube shape

Ex: We have a variety of snacks on the table , including some string cheese sticks .

Swiss cheese

[noun]

a type of hard cheese with many holes

Ex: She made a delicious grilled cheese sandwich with slices of Swiss cheese and tomato on sourdough bread.

Danish blue

[noun]

a soft salty cheese with blue mold and a strong flavor

Ex: Danish blue is great for adding a punch of flavor to salads.

Emmental

[noun]

a yellow semi-hard cheese from Switzerland that has a lot of holes, similar to Gruyère

Ex: I suggest trying our Emmental cheese , it has a mild and nutty flavor .

brie

[noun]

a soft creamy cheese with a strong taste and a firm white skin made from cow's milk, originally made in France

Ex: You should definitely bake a brie with cranberry sauce . It 's always a hit !

crowdie

[noun]

a type of soft cheese made from sour milk that is partially cooked, from a Scottish origin

Ex: crowdie has a mild and slightly tangy flavor , similar to cottage cheese but creamier .

halloumi

[noun]

a white cheese made in Greece that is semi-hard and is used in cooking

Ex: My son enjoys savoring grilled halloumi during our summer cookouts .

mascarpone

[noun]

a soft and creamy cheese that is made in Italy

Ex: Our mascarpone cheesecake is a customer favorite

muenster

[noun]

a yellow and mild cheese made from whole milk

Ex: I want to prepare ham and muenster cheese wraps with some lettuce .

paneer

[noun]

a white uncured cheese that is used in Indian, Iranian or afghan cuisines

Ex: The paneer curry smells amazing !

quark

[noun]

a type of curd cheese made in central Europe that is low in fat

Ex: Quark has a mild flavor and creamy consistency.

Roquefort

[noun]

a French blue cheese made from sheep's milk and ripened in limestone caves that has a strong taste

Ex: Roquefort cheese is in the cheese section , next to the blue cheeses .

grated cheese

[noun]

cheese that has been shredded or grated into small pieces using a grater or other similar tool

Ex: They served a plate of nachos with melted grated cheese on top .

gruyere

[noun]

a firm Swiss cheese with holes in it that has a strong taste

Ex: The combination of Gruyère and macaroni is a match made in heaven.

Jack cheese

[noun]

a white American cheese with a mild taste, made from whole milk

Ex: My secret ingredient for a mouthwatering cheeseburger is putting a slice of melted Jack cheese on top of it .

limburger

[noun]

a pungent and creamy cheese made from cow's milk, known for its strong aroma

Ex: When I was a child my mom used to make me sandwiches with limburger cheese .

mozzarella

[noun]

a mild semi-soft cheese that is white in color and is unsalted, used in Italian cuisine

Ex: Caprese salad is a classic dish made with mozzarella, tomatoes , and basil .

parmesan

[noun]

a whitish cheese with a hard texture that is grated and used in Italian cuisine

Ex: The combination of ripe tomatoes, basil, and Parmesan cheese creates a mouthwatering Caprese salad.

pot cheese

[noun]

a soft white type of curd cheese

Ex: I enjoy the contrast of flavors and textures when I crumble pot cheese over my fresh garden salad .

brick cheese

[noun]

a mild, semi-soft cheese with a creamy texture, originally made in the United States

Ex: You can build your own salad and top it with crumbled brick cheese.

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