Edam cheese
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Ingredient Information

Name

Edam cheese

Category

Lácteos

Popularity

27 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Edam cheese is a semi-hard cheese originating from the Netherlands, specifically from the Edam region near Amsterdam. Its most distinctive feature is its red or yellow rind, which protects its firm and slightly elastic interior. Edam cheese has a mild, slightly salty, and creamy flavor, making it a versatile ingredient for many recipes.

This cheese is primarily made from cow's milk and is known for its good melting properties, making it ideal for gratins, sandwiches, and baked dishes. Furthermore, with its moderate fat content and richness in protein and calcium, Edam cheese provides important nutritional benefits for a balanced diet.

In Hispanic America, Edam cheese is also known as queso bola (ball cheese) due to its characteristic circular shape. In some countries, it can be found under this name or simply as "Edam cheese," especially in regions where this type of cheese is imported or produced locally.

Nutritional Properties

0g
fiber
800mg
sodium
700mg
calcium
27g
fat
0.5mg
iron
500mg
phosphorus
100mg
potassium
0.1g
sugar
357
calories
25g
protein
250mcg
vitamin a
1.5mcg
vitamin b12
18g
saturated fat
1.4g
carbohydrates

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