SOME CHEESE TYPES TO USE:

EDAM- this is a mild but firm cheese with a red wax coating. Works well for dessert, cheese trays or appetizers. Goes with fresh fruit. Made in Holland.

FETA- this cheese has a salty taste, a crumbly texture, and is white in color. Used in cooking, in salads and for appetizers. Goes well with Greek salads. Made in Greece.

FONTINA- a nutty taste with a semi-soft to hard texture. Works for sandwiches, desserts and appetizers. Goes well with fresh fruit, crackers and bread. Made in Italy.

GJETOST- this is a sweet cheese, firm, smooth and caramel colored. Works well for appetizers. Goes with crackers. Made in Norway.

GOUDA- has a mild, nutty flavor, rather soft and can come with or without a wax coating. Works well for appetizers or dessert. Goes with fresh fruit or crackers. Made in Holland.

GRUYERE- this cheese has a nutty flavor, similar to Swiss cheese, while having a firm texture with tiny holes. Works well for desserts and appetizers. Goes well with fresh fruit. Made in Switzerland.

JARLSBERG- this firm cheese has a mild, nutty flavor. Works well for making sandwiches, snacks and soup. Goes well with fruit and bread. Made in Norway.

HAVARTI- this rich and creamy cheese has a mild flavor. Works well for sandwiches and snacks. Goes well with crackers, fresh fruit and bread. Made in Denmark.

LIEDERKRANZ- has a robust taste, a honey like texture, with an edible light orange crust. Works well for dessert and snacks. Goes well with fresh fruit, onion and flavored breads such as Rye and Pumpernickel. Made in the United States.

LIMBURGER- another robust tasting cheese that is very aromatic, while soft and smooth it is white in color. Used for desserts and sandwiches. Goes well with fruit, dark colored breads and crackers. Made in Belgium.

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