Dutch farmstead Gouda with Truffle.

Artisanal Gouda Cheese with Truffle: A Gourmet Delight

If you are a cheese lover, then the rich, creamy texture and deep flavor of artisanal Gouda cheese with truffle is likely to be a highlight of your culinary adventures. This gourmet cheese combines the time-honored traditions of Dutch cheese-making at the farmstead with the luxurious aroma and taste of truffles, creating a unique and unforgettable flavor profile.

Artisanal Gouda cheese is more than just a cheese; it’s an experience that delights the senses and elevates any meal. Its rich history, meticulous production process, and the luxurious addition of truffle make it a must-try for any cheese enthusiast. Whether enjoyed on its own, paired with fine wines, or incorporated into gourmet dishes, this cheese is sure to impress and satisfy. Indulge in the exquisite flavors of artisanal Gouda with truffle and discover a new favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Price and weight per small wheel of black truffle cheese.

The Magic of Truffles

A Culinary Treasure: Truffles are one of the most sought-after delicacies in the culinary world. These subterranean fungi grow in symbiosis with tree roots, primarily in regions of Spain, Italy and France. Truffle is known for their intense aroma and earthy flavor, truffles are often referred to as the “diamonds of the kitchen.”

Adding Truffle to Gouda: The addition of truffle to artisanal Gouda cheese elevates it to a new level of gourmet indulgence. During the cheese making process, we carefully integrate the truffles into the cheese, allowing their distinct flavor to spread throughout the cheese as it ripens. The result is a harmonious blend of creamy Gouda and the unmistakable essence of truffle.

Flavor Profile and Pairing

Taste and Texture

Artisanal Gouda cheese with truffle offers a complex flavor profile. The cheese itself is creamy and slightly sweet, with a hint of nuttiness. The truffle adds a robust, earthy undertone that lingers on the palate. The texture is smooth and velvety, making it a delight to eat on its own or as part of a dish.

Perfect Pairings

• Wine: This gourmet cheese pairs beautifully with a variety of wines. A full-bodied red wine like Viña Tondonia Reserva, Cabernet Sauvignon or a rich white wine like Chardonnay complements the earthy flavors of the truffle.
• Charcuterie: Include artisanal Gouda with truffle on a charcuterie board alongside serrano ham, chorizo, prosciutto, salami, and other cured meats.
• Fruit and Nuts: Fresh fruits like figs, pears, and apples, as well as nuts like almonds and walnuts, enhance the cheese’s flavor.
• Bread and Crackers: Serve with rustic bread or gourmet crackers to enjoy the cheese’s creamy texture.

Cooking with Artisanal Gouda and Truffle

Gourmet Recipes

Incorporating artisanal Gouda with truffle into your cooking can elevate everyday dishes to gourmet status. Here are a few ideas:

• Truffle Gouda Mac and Cheese: A luxurious twist on a classic comfort food, combining the creamy texture of Gouda with the rich flavor of truffle.
• Truffle Gouda Risotto: Add a decadent touch to risotto by stirring in grated Gouda with truffle just before serving.
• Gourmet Grilled Cheese: Upgrade your grilled cheese sandwich by using slices of artisanal Gouda with truffle and adding a touch of fig jam.

If you have a question about the cheese, your order or shipping, please feel free to contact us via the contact form or the WhatsApp button. As soon as we have received your message, you will hear from us as soon as possible.

Visit our cheese shops in Malaga or order this cheese online in the webshop.

Our Cheese shop locations in Malaga city:

• Craxi Gouda cheese shop – Location Mercado de la Merced puesto 14 – Malaga.
• Craxi Gouda cheese shop – Location Mercado de Huelin puesto 7-8 – Malaga.

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The History of Gouda Cheese

Origins in the Netherlands: Gouda cheese originated in the medieval town of Gouda in the Netherlands. The first record of Gouda dates back to the 12th century, and it has become one of the most famous cheeses worldwide. The cheese derives its name from the town where people historically traded it, not from where they produced it.

Traditional Gouda Cheese Production at the Cheese Farm

Authentic Gouda farmer’s cheese is made from cow’s milk and undergoes a meticulous process to develop its characteristic flavor and texture. After curdling the milk, the curds are cut and heated, which helps to release the whey. The curds are then pressed into round molds and soaked in a brine solution to enhance the flavor. The cheese is aged for various periods, ranging from a few weeks to several years, resulting in different varieties from young to very old.

Handcrafted Excellence: The Artisanal Cheese-Making Process

Generations of artisans have passed down the craft of Gouda cheese-making, focusing on quality, tradition, and authenticity. Unlike mass-produced cheeses, cheesemakers produce artisanal Gouda in small batches, paying close attention to every detail. This hands-on approach ensures that each wheel of cheese is unique and of the highest quality.

Quality ingredients: Traditional Gouda cheese makers process cow’s milk into cheese from the milk of their own pasture-raised cows This high-quality milk contributes to the cheese’s rich, creamy texture and complex flavors. Furthermore, the use of natural rennet and traditional methods further distinguishes artisanal Gouda from its industrial counterparts.

Authentic Dutch artisan Gouda cheese – Craxi Queso.

Cheese shop near me in Malaga.

Craxi green pesto cheese.

Raw milk green pesto farm cheese.

Dutch farm Gouda (48+) is made from fresh, raw milk, which guarantees the full, rich flavour of the cheese. The addition of green pesto (basil, pepper, garlic, oregano leaf, paprika) gives this cheese a special and pronounced taste.

At the cheese farm, we make this delicious small herb cheese in two different sizes: a mini size weighing ±500 gr. and the so-called baby version weighing ±1000 gr.

Both small versions (mini & baby cheese wheel) can be ordered online via the Craxi webshop but are also available in our cheese shop in Malaga, Spain.

Mini gouda cheese wheel price per piece € 9,60.

Baby gouda cheese wheel price per piece € 19,20.

The food colouring used in green pesto cheese from a cheese factory.

You have probably noticed that our cheese has a green coating only on the outside and the cheese itself is not coloured. The reason is that we do not use food colours in our artisan cheeses.

Does the addition of a food colouring have any effect on the flavour of the cheese? No, the colouring is only added to make the cheese more visually appealing to consumers, giving them the impression that the cheese is “well-filled” with pesto.

With many factory cheese brands, green pesto cheese is available in the most “remarkable” shades of green. The food colouring used in factory-made cheese to make the cheese green is Chlorophyllin E-141.

Factory cheese.

If you have any further questions please contact us via the contact form.

Just eat real cheese, not because we say so, but because it’s just so much tastier than factory cheese!

Location Craxi gouda cheese shop. Address, Mercado de la Merced, Stall 14, Calle Merced, 4, 29012 Málaga, Spain.

Shipping costs Spanish mainland.

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