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Oštiepok
Pasta FilataSheep MilkSlovakiaPGI
Traditional Slovak smoked cheese with PGI protection, similar to Polish oscypek but with a distinct egg or ball shape decorated with ornamental patterns. Made from sheep milk (or sheep-cow blend), hand-formed in carved wooden molds, then brined and cold-smoked.
Characteristics
Texture
Semi-firm, smooth, slightly elastic
Flavor
Mild, smoky, slightly salty
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