Dairy & cheese · block
Cheddar
Also called mature Cheddar, Cheddar cheese, sharp Cheddar
Firm English cow's milk cheese, mild to sharp and tangy as it ages, melting well. Grated into sauces, toasties, mac and cheese, scones and bakes.
What can replace it
- T2 · GoodGruyère
Nuttier, melts more smoothly.
- T2 · GoodMature Gouda
Nuttier and sweeter, less tang.
- T2 · GoodMonterey Jack
Milder; melts smoothly.
- T3 · In a pinchEdam
Milder and rubbery.
- T3 · In a pinchEmmental
Mild and nutty, much less tang.
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