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Prastkost

Semi HardCow MilkSwedenNONE

Traditional Swedish "priest cheese," historically made from the tithe milk collected by parish priests. A strongly flavored semi-hard cheese, more pungent than Herrgard. Popular in Swedish cooking, especially for gratins and sauces.

Characteristics

Texture

Semi-firm, smooth with small irregular holes

Flavor

Strong, tangy, slightly bitter, robust

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