Gouda

Country of Origin: Holland
This cheese is mild, creamy and smooth. It is somewhat similar to a mild Cheddar in taste and texture (but better). It was really delicious. The kids loved it! It is sold in a wheel and is coated in wax (usually red but sometimes yellow) which should be removed. The wax keeps it fresh, so slice a wedge and just remove the wax from that section, leaving the wax on the rest.
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Mozzarella Fresca

Country of Origin: Italy
The first cheese we decided to try was fresh mozzarella. It was originally made with water buffalo milk (and called Bufala Mozzarella) but is now typically made with cow's milk. In case you have never had it, this is a completely different cheese than the mozzarella balls or bricks you buy wrapped in cellophane at the grocery store. It is much softer in texture, sort of similar to cottage cheese (without the liquid). You will find it with the specialty cheeses in the service deli at your grocery store, packed in a tub with water. It is delicious in Caprese Salad- slice the cheese and garden-fresh tomatoes, layer them on a dish, sprinkle with salt, fresh sliced basil, and a drizzle of olive oil. The kids didn't like it much, probably due to the texture. Needs a sprinkle of salt.
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