Edam
|
Production Area |
Holland, Nordic countries
|
Milk |
Partly skimmed cow's milk |
Pasteurized
|
Yes |
Texture |
Semisoft |
Fat content |
approx. 28% |
Protein content |
approx. 25% |
Dimensions/weight |
??cm x ??cm thick/c. 2.5kg |
Aging time |
up to 10 months |
Certification |
?? |
Edam is a Dutch cheese that is traditionally sold as spheres with pale yellow interior and a coat of red or yellow paraffin wax. It is named after Edam (mun. Edam-Volendam). Edam coated with black wax rather than the usual red or yellow has aged for at least 17 weeks. It is also popular in the Nordic countries.
Edam cheese has a very mild taste and almost no smell when compared to other cheeses. It also has a significantly lower fat content than many other traditional cheeses.
See also: List of cheeses
Last updated: 10-18-2005 20:50:58