Vlaskaas

CHEAT SHEET

Type

Mellow

Taste

Almond notes and a uniquely sweet-sharp finish.

Age

Around 5 Months with variation.

Milk Type

Cow

Food Pairings

Apples, fresh figs, walnuts and artisan salami.

Texture

Semi-Soft

Drink Pairings

Session ale, mineral-y white wine.

Vlaskaas was historically made only once a year, during the flax harvest festival, but as festival traditions fell away, the recipe was buried. Thankfully, in 2004, a review of Beemster’s past cheeses led to its rediscovery. Vlaskaas was obviously too good to make just once a year and is now available year-round. It’s buttery and semi-soft with unique sweet-milk flavor, notes of almond, and a touch of sharpness that adds depth.

INGREDIENTS Pasteurized cow's milk, salt, cheese culture, animal rennet, annatto (for color). Contains: Milk

INGREDIENTS
Pasteurized cow's milk, salt, cheese culture, MICROBIAL rennet, annatto (for color). Contains: Milk

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Awards

WCCC

Gold ’04, ’14

WCA

Silver ’09, ’10, ’12
Bronze ’11

DLG

Gold ’05, ’07, ’08, ’09, ’10
Silver ’06, ’11

Recipes With This Cheese

Beemster Braided Cheesy Bread with Spinach and Garlic

Prep Time: 20 min. + 30 min. resting time

Cook Time: 60 min.

Makes: 1 loaf

Beemster Vlaskaas Potato Tot Bake with Sausage

Prep Time: 10 min.

Cook Time: 50 min.

Servings: 8

Beemster Vlaskaas Fondue

Prep Time: 10 min.

Cook Time: 10 min.

Servings: 4-6

Beemster Vlaskaas Beer Sauce & Burgers

Prep Time: 5 min.

Cook Time: 15 min.

Servings: 4

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