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There are numerous lesser-known cheese varieties that may not be as famous as Cheddar, Swiss, or Brie, but are still worth exploring for cheese enthusiasts.
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Here are a few lesser-known cheese varieties that you must definitely try:
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1. Manchego A Spanish cheese made from sheep's milk, Manchego has a distinctive flavour and a firm, crumbly texture.
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2. Halloumi Originating from Cyprus, Halloumi is a semi-hard, brined cheese made from a mixture of goat's and sheep's milk.
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3. Comté It is a hard cheese made from unpasteurised cow's milk. It has a complex flavour profile, ranging from sweet and nutty to fruity and floral, depending on the age of the cheese.
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4. Caerphilly A traditional Welsh cheese, Caerphilly is a crumbly white cheese with a mild and slightly tangy taste.
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5. Chhurpi Also world's hardest cheese, Chhurpi is prepared by pastoralists in the highlands of the Eastern Himalayas.
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6. Tête de Moine This Swiss cheese, also known as "Monk's Head," is made from cow's milk and has a unique cylindrical shape.
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So, have you tasted any of these lesser-known cheese varieties?