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How Much Do You Actually Know About Cheese?

According to the International Dairy Foods Association, there are about 2,000 cheese in the world. That includes kinds you've probably heard of like Brie and Gouda, in addition to less known cheese like Ambert and Bel Paese.

2,000

Limburger is a very stinky cheese that originated in what is now Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands. Today, it's mostly produced in Germany.

Limburger

While Brie, goat, and ricotta cheese are all soft cheeses, Gouda — a mild cow's milk cheese from Holland — is semi-hard to hard.

Goat

Because of how Parmigiano Reggiano is made, it's lactose-free. Therefore, if you're allergic to lactose you should still be OK eating Parmesan.

Parmigiano Reggiano

Which of these cheeses is safe to eat even if you are lactose intolerant?

According to [World Atlas](https://www.worldatlas.com/articles/countries-who-consume-the-most-cheese.html), Denmark consumes the most cheese, with 28.1 kilograms of cheese consumption per capita.

Denmark

Which country consumes the most cheese per capita?

Burrata is a super creamy cheese. It's mozzarella that has been turned into a pouch and filled with cream and soft, stringy cheese curds.

Mozzarella, cream, and cheese curds.

What are the 3 ingredients you need to make burrata?

While Mahón may sound like it's French, it's actually a cow's milk cheese from the Spanish island of Menorca.

Mahón

Which of these cheeses is not from France?

Feta is a Greek cheese that's made from sheep's and goat's milk.

Feta

Which of the following is not a cow's milk cheese?

A cheesemonger is a cheese professional— someone who sells cheese for a living. He or she will be able to tell you the differences, characteristics, and flavors of tons of different cheeses. Quite the dream job, huh?

Cheesemonger

What is the word for someone who sells cheese for a living?

You may not be a cheese expert just yet, but don't worry: You can learn! Put on your cheesemonger hat and eat your way through tons of cheeses to become well versed in the world of Brie, Gouda, and Stilton.

You have plenty to learn about cheese

While you still have a bit to learn, you're pretty well versed in the world of cheeses. As they say, the best way to learn is to taste test your way through them all, so better start now!

You know a decent amount about cheese

Wow! You're a total cheesemonger (and you obviously know what that means)! You can differentiate a Camembert from a Brie or a Parmigiano Reggiano from a Grana Padano like it's nothing. Good for you.

You're basically a cheesemonger

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