Popular Cheeses From All Around the World

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Jane B
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Expand your tastebuds by trying some of the most famous cheeses from all over the world. Here are four popular cheeses and suggestions on how to serve them.

Brie

With its rich, velvety texture and delicate, buttery taste, a wheel of French brie is essential to a proper cheese plate. Enjoy at room temperature, or for an easy appetizer, bake it for a few minutes in a hot oven and serve with fresh fruits and crispy crackers.

Halloumi

Originating in Greece, what makes this salty treat so special and versatile is its ability to maintain shape when heated. This makes it an excellent choice for grilling. Some even say it has a similar texture to grilled chicken!

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Recipe 👇🏼 10 minute Halloumi, honey, herby salad 🌿 swap the melon for any ripe fruit or extra tomatoes . 150g halloumi 2 tsp butter or ghee 1 handful of mint & basil Big handful of baby spinach / rocket / leaves 200g ripe melon (I used honeydew) 1 large handful of cherry tomatoes  1 handful of black olives . 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Juice and zest ½ a lemon 1 tsp raw honey Sea salt & pepper . 1. Whisk the dressing ingredients together or shake in a jam jar. 2. Chop up the melon, halve the cherry tomatoes and pit the olives and tear them in half 3. Rub some butter or coconut oil onto a griddle pan (BEFORE you heat it up!) or use a frying pan, then heat up the pan to a high heat and meanwhile slice up the halloumi then grill or fry for about 45 seconds on each side of the halloumi using tongs to turn the slices over until golden brown. 4.While the halloumi cooks, arrange all the salad onto a platter, using your hands to toss the dressing through the salad then top with the hot halloumi and a little sea salt and enjoy. . I rate these lovely suppliers – raw British honey @blackbeehoneycompany black olives @odysea_ltd olive oil @belazu_co halloumi from Yorkshire @yorkshiredamacheese

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Manchego

This Spanish cheese has a zesty flavor that pairs beautifully with the sweetness of many fruits such as apricots or grapes. In addition, it melts easily, making it a delicious component in various egg dishes.

Burrata

What could be better than cheese stuffed with even more cheese? This creamy Italian delicacy is formed by filling a pouch of fresh mozzarella with a  soft, milky curd. Burrata can be served as a heavenly side dish of its own with crusty bread or atop a fresh salad.