Historical records allude to the fact that cheese production in Greece goes back to 4000 BC. Cheese making has evolved since ancient days, and modern day Greek cheeses reflect the perfection of the cheese making techniques that the Greeks have mastered over the last 6,000 years or so. Early Greek cheeses were fresh cheeses that spoiled easily. It was noted that salting cheese preserved it, and since there is no shortage of salt water in the Greek isles, the process of preserving cheese began in full force. Today, there are many flavorful artisan cheeses that are exported from the Greek islands to countries around the world.
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A typical hard cheese from Greece is kefalotyri. This salty yellow cheese is made from either sheep milk or goat's milk, or sometimes a mixture of the two. It is made in both Greece and neighboring Cyprus. Kefalotyri's hard texture makes it perfect for grating over pasta dishes or frying in olive oil to make the classic Greek dish saganaki. You can find young kefalotyri that has been aged for two or three months. Aged kefalotyri is typically aged for a year or more and has a much drier and stronger flavor than younger cheeses. Similar to kefalotyr is the Greek cheese kefalograviera. Kefalograviera is made from sheep milk and has a rich, salty flavor with a bold aroma. Like kefalotyri, it too is made into saganaki by being cut into small pieces, rolled in seasoned flour and lightly fried.
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Some softer Greek cheeses include kasseri and manouri. Kasseri is made from unpasteurized sheep milk. Sometimes a little goat's milk will be mixed in for flavor. It has a texture similar to provolone and is pale yellow in color. Kasseri is typically aged for four months in order to obtain its characteristic flavor. Manouri is a semi-soft fresh white cheese that is made from the why that is drained during production of feta cheese, another Greek classic. Manouri has the added bonus of being a healthier cheese since it is made in either a small amount of salt or no salt altogether.
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Greek cheeses can add a nice flavor to salads, pasta dishes and cheese plates. If you have any questions about the selection of Greek cheeses in the CheesyPlace.com online cheese store, please contact us. We are happy to answer any of your questions and to assist you in choosing the best Greek cheese for your next dinner party or special date.
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