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    July 1, 2021 Cheese Guide

    Gjetost

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    This burnt caramel-flavored salty-sweet Norwegian food may be one of the most unique and unexpected cheeses you can put on a cheese plate. It's mild but interesting flavor makes it an excellent choice for those just dipping their toes into the gourmet dairy product world.

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    How to serve Gjetost Cheese

    Quick Facts:

    • Milk: Goat, Cow
    • Flavor:  Salty Sweet Caramel
    • Aroma:  Fresh, toasted caramel
    • Family: Brunost
    • Pasteurized? Yes
    • Vegetarian? Yes
    • Texture: Semi-firm, fudge-like
    • Rind: None
    • Country of Origin: Norway
    • Region of Origin:
    • Producer: Ski Queen, Ekte
    • Alternate Names: Gjeitost, Getost, Brunost
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    How to pronounce Gjetost?

    YAY-toast. It's like the serving suggestion is built right in, as Norwegians often server it with either toast or flatbread.

    What kind of cheese is Geitost?

    Okay here's where I have to come clean - it's not quite a cheese at all. It's a type of Brunost - a very popular Norweigan product made from the whey of either cow or goats milk. It's boiled down until it turns a rich brown color. Specifically, Gjetost is a subset of Brunost that must be made either entirely or in part with goats milk.

    What does Gjetost cheese taste like?

    Both sweet and salty, with a freshness from the goat's milk, expect this cheese to taste like the most unique fudge you've ever had.

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    How to eat Gjeitost Cheese

    Gjetost is usually sold in square blocks or cylinders. To serve:

    • Remove the cheese from the packaging and let it come to room temperature.
    • Place on a plate or cheese board with a cheese slicer.
    • Pre-slice 3 or 4 pieces and set them next to the cheese block so your guests know what to do with the cheese slicer.
    • Serve with Norweigan flatbread if available. Otherwise a piece of bread or a thin cracker like a water cracker or regular thin, crisp flatbread will do just fine.

    Where to buy Gjetost Cheese?

    • Whole Foods
    • Murray's Cheese
    • Kroger
    • Amazon
    how to eat gjetost

    Suggested Wine Pairings:

    I'll deviate from my usual wine pairings here - this cheese pairs best with BEER. So crack open your favorite brew when enjoying it! It's also wonderful with coffee, and is often served with breakfast.

    Recipes using Gjetost Cheese:

    • Gjetost Creme Brulee
    • Gjetost Fondue
    • Sour Cream Apple pie with Gjetost
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