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Swiss Cheese Emmentaler

By Jennifer Meier, About.com

Swiss Cheese Emmentaler

Photo by Jennifer Meier
Type of Milk:
Cow, pasteurized and unpasteurized are sold
Origin:
Switzerland, in the region of Bern
Rind:
Natural, inedible rind
Flavor:
Mild, with the herbal, fruity flavor almost all Swiss cheese shares
Uses and Pairings:
Emmentaler can be paired with fruity white wines, light red wines or lighter-style beers. It is a great cooking cheese and especially tasty in a ham sandwiches.
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