Edam Cheese

Keep Edam cheese in its original wax wrapping or tightly wrapped in plastic wrap or foil in the refrigerator. Once cut, it should be consumed within a few weeks for best quality.

Edam melts beautifully, making it great for grilled cheese sandwiches, gratins, or cheese sauces.

Its mild flavor makes it a good cheese for charcuterie boards, pairing well with fruits, nuts, and crackers.

Older, aged Edam develops a sharper flavor and firmer texture, making it suitable for grating.

Fruits: Apples, pears, grapes, cherries

Nuts: Walnuts, almonds

Crackers and Bread: Rye bread, sourdough, plain crackers

Beverages: Light-bodied red wines, crisp white wines, lager beer

Overheating Edam cheese can cause it to become oily or stringy.

Storing cut Edam unwrapped in the refrigerator can lead to it drying out.