Leyden
CHEAT SHEET
Type
Seasonal & SpecialtyTaste
A zesty flavor from the Cumin.Age
6 MonthsMilk Type
CowFood Pairings
Veggie burgers, serve with rustic, hearty bread and pickled vegetables.Texture
Semi-SoftDrink Pairings
Syrah, Riesling, bright and citrusy cocktails, and with full-bodied beers.Leyden is a traditional Dutch cheese. Inspired centuries ago by the exotic spice trade, it’s made with cumin that imparts a fragrant aroma and zesty flavor. It’s mild with a buttery, semi-soft texture, and like all Beemster cheese, is made from the rich, creamy, sweet milk produced by our free-ranging cows.
INGREDIENTS
Pasteurized cow's milk, salt, cheese culture, MICROBIAL rennet, annatto (for color), cumin. Contains: Milk
Awards
DLG
Gold ’09, ’10
Silver ’11
Recipes With This Cheese
Beemster Leyden Stuffed Peppers
Prep Time: 10 min.
Cook Time: 25 min.
Servings: 6
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