Wensleydale cheese

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Wensleydale

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Production AreaWensleydale, Yorkshire

Related Topics:
Wensleydale - Yorkshire

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MilkCow & Ewe

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PasteurizedYes

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TextureMedium, crumbly

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Fat content31%

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Protein contentapprox. ??%

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Dimensions/weightVaries

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Aging time3 weeks (white), or up to 6 months (blue)

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CertificationNone

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Wensleydale cheese is a cheese produced in Wensleydale in Yorkshire. There are two types. White Wensleydale is usually shaped into a flat disc that is highly pressed, and has a honey flavour to it. Blue Wensleydale has blue veins and comes in large drums. Both are suitable for vegetarians.

Related Topics:
Cheese - Wensleydale - Yorkshire - Blue veins - Vegetarian

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