Definition: Any product made by hand, by a skilled craftsman. Artisanal cheese is cheese made with the use of little or no mechanization.
Some artisanal cheeses are also called farmstead cheeses.
Also Known As: handmade
By Jennifer Meier, About.com Guide
Some artisanal cheeses are also called farmstead cheeses.
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