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Named after a town in East Prussia, Tilsit was invented by homesick Dutch immigrants trying to recreate Gouda. Due to various factors, they were unable to recreate their beloved cheese. What they did create was a brand new cheese they named Tilsit. Tilsit is made from partially skimmed pasteurized cow's milk and is semi-firm with a springy texture, dotted with irregularly spaced tiny holes. It was traditionally made in large wheels, but is now made in loaf form, making it easier to slice (the way it is generally eaten). The rind is washed and brushed regularly for the first two months of aging to form an outer crust that keeps its supple, smooth interior from drying out. Tilsit has a mildly pungent aroma and a tangy taste that is delicate and fruity with spicy undertones. This German favorite is excellent on sandwiches, cold or grilled. It is also great on chicken or burgers, and also can be enjoyed melted over potatoes.
  • Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
  • We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
  • Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.7 stars
(based on 14 reviews)
71% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Buttery(3), Creamy(7), Flavorful(9), Rich(4), Smooth(6)
Best Uses:
After dinner(3), Hors d'oeuvre(6), Sandwiches(5)
Describe Yourself:
Foodie(4), Frequent diner(5), Health conscious(5)
 
WILL BUY AGAIN
By J.K. from PENNSYLVANIA on 3/1/2010
Gift:
No
Pros:
Flavorful, Smooth
Best Uses:
Sandwiches
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Diner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

JUST LIKE IN BEBRA, DEUTCHLAND

 
I got the end piece...hard and too dry:(
By Gretyl from Schenectady, NY on 2/4/2010
Gift:
No
Cons:
Overripe
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Diner, Simple Tastes
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

was really disappointed to get the end slice with full wax coating all but one surface. It was much harder than I expected and drier in texture...even at room temperature. also stronger in flavor than any tilsiter I ever tried.

 
So smelly...couldn't eat it!!
By Holly from Akron, OH on 1/9/2010
Gift:
Yes
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

I couldn't bring myself to eat this. It smelled like, no offense, human fecal matter. There is no way you could pay me to eat it, it was so smelly I had to double bag it to throw it away, it gagged us!!

 
stinky cheese
By German ladyVerified Purchaser from Jordan, MN on 7/26/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Flavorful, Smooth
Best Uses:
Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches
Describe Yourself:
Health Conscious
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

Europeans love strong flavorful cheeses. Excellent on Rye or Sourdough bread and toasted.

 
Great Find
By To old to shopVerified Purchaser from Omaha NE on 7/19/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Flavorful
Best Uses:
Hors d'oeuvre
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Diner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

Great taste for an afternoon pick me up before dinner

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Not what I thought
By diggysmomVerified Purchaser from orange park, fl on 3/3/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Firm
Cons:
Bad Flavor, Bitter, stinky
Describe Yourself:
Health Conscious, Simple Tastes
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

I ate it by itself and cooked it with chicken. It smelled really bad and tasted the same. Would not recommend. Very smelly and chalky!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
EXCELLENT!
By WALTVerified Purchaser from JACKSON, GA on 3/1/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Buttery, Complex, Creamy, Flavorful, NICE AND PUNGENT, Nutty, Rich, Smooth
Cons:
none
Best Uses:
After Dinner, A LUNCHTIME MUNCH
Describe Yourself:
AND OTHER DELICACIES, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious, LOVE GOOD CHEESE AND OTHE
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

ALREADY SOME GIVEN ABOVE. I AM FAMILIAR WITH TILSIT BUT THIS IS PROBABLY THE BEST I HAVE FOUND - EVEN IN GERMANY!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Smelly
By HeidiVerified Purchaser from Palm City, FL on 1/4/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Creamy, Rich, Smooth
Cons:
Overripe
Describe Yourself:
Foodie
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

Alone, the smell of this cheese was just too overpowering for us. When combined with olive oil and garlic and schmeared on a hunk of bread, it was delicious though. The cheese has a great creamy texture.

 
will by again for sure
By cheeseloverVerified Purchaser from VA on 10/23/2008
Gift:
No
Pros:
Buttery, Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Nutty, Rich
Best Uses:
Salads, Sandwiches
Describe Yourself:
Health Conscious
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

tasty, lots of flavor

 
Lovely Cheese
By Desertrat from Desert Southwest USA on 10/3/2008
Gift:
No
Pros:
Buttery, Complex, Creamy, Flavorful, Smooth
Best Uses:
After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches
Describe Yourself:
cook, Foodie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

This is a lovely tasting cheese, not too strong, but with its own distinctive taste. It goes with many foods, particularly as other reviewers have mentioned, assertive breads and pickles. It is also good on a simple cracker. I like this tilsit better than the other tilsits Igourmet carries.

 
Makes me homesick
By KarlVerified Reviewer from Indianapolis on 7/16/2008
Pros:
Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent
Best Uses:
Hors d'oeuvre
Describe Yourself:
Foodie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

Once you taste this delicious cheese you immediately forget it's strong smell. This is best with fresh baked German Rye and sour pickles. You must refrigerate this cheese before serving otherwise it becomes to "creamy". I have also tried the Russian Tilsit, but definitely prefer this German one

 
Husband's Favorite!
By VickieVerified Reviewer from Texas on 6/30/2008
Pros:
Pungent
Best Uses:
Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads
Describe Yourself:
Foodie, Frequent Diner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

Shave this as thinly as possible and enjoy with a crisp unflavored cracker...you do not want any other flavor competing with it!

 
A great German cheese.
By CrazylegsVerified Reviewer from Jacksonville, NC on 11/13/2007
Pros:
Creamy, Delicate, Flavorful, Smooth, The flavor was delightful
Best Uses:
After Dinner, Sandwiches
Describe Yourself:
Health Conscious
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

I introduced the cheese to my friends and family at a German party. A few were a little timid about a new cheese, but all enjoyed the flavor.

 
If you love cheese, this is it!
By CoyoteVerified Reviewer from Jerome, Idaho on 4/30/2007
Pros:
Creamy, Flavorful, Rich
Best Uses:
Hors d'oeuvre, Table cheese
Describe Yourself:
Well traveld diner, We simply love good food
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about German Tilsit:

This product is very good with sweet pickles, red sweet bell peppers and fruits.
I like it in the morning with a toasted english muffin or German Rye bread.

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