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Nutritional Values
356kcal
25gProtein
2gCarbs
28gFat
—Fibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥛 Dairy
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Dutch Cheese
How to order / say it
Say it
Goudse Kaas — [HOW-dah kas]
Order
I'd like some Goudse kaas, please.
Locally
Ik wil graag wat Goudse kaas, alstublieft.
Say locally
A semi-hard cheese with a rich, creamy flavor and smooth texture.
Why try it?
Gouda cheese is synonymous with Dutch cultural heritage, symbolizing its rich cheese-making tradition. Visiting cheese markets and sampling fresh gouda offers insight into Dutch dairy prowess.
How it tastes
The cheese has a mild, creamy taste with hints of sweetness. Its texture is smooth but firm, making it versatile for snacking or cooking.
Origin & History — first documented: 1100
Gouda cheese dates back to the 12th century in the town of Gouda, with its production marked by traditional market trade in the region. It became renowned internationally for its unique taste and quality.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥛 500 ml cow's milk
- 🥛 0.5 g rennet
- 🧂 15 g salt
Method
- 1 Heat milk to a gentle temperature.
- 2 Add rennet and let the milk curdle.
- 3 Press curds into molds, then salt and age.
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