Product Reviews and Ratings - org.apache.xml.dtm.ref.DTMNodeIterator@824169 - Leyden

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(based on 7 ratings)

Located in: Cheese, Holland

Named after its town of origin, Leyden is one of the three most important cheeses of Holland. This flavorful cheese long ago inspired the saying, "Once a Dutchman eats a piece of Leyden, he is spoiled for any other cheese." Leyden's firm composition and texture and the addition of cumin seeds (which are responsible for its tangy flavor and spicy aroma) distinguish it from all other Dutch cheeses.

Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
Photo depicts whole 18 lb. form of cheese.
We cut and wrap this item by the pound.
Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

More information for the Leyden - Pound Cut

Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.7 stars

(based on 7 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Complex(4), Flavorful(4), Nutty(3)

Best Uses:

After dinner(3), Hors d'oeuvre(3), Sandwiches(3)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(4), Health conscious(3), Simple tastes(3)

Cumin Makes all the Difference

By Baldwinbuddy

from Florida after 25 years in California on 2/22/2010

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Pros:

Complex, Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden - Pound Cut:

If you haven't tried Leyden, you are missing out. Of course you have to like cumin, the spice that makes Mexican food taste, well, Mexican.

My spouse loves this cheese. She is a big cumin fan but the cheese itself is complex and tasty without being overly rich.

unexpectedly delicious

By bbgirl from the Jersey shore on 2/20/2010

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Pros:

Buttery, Complex, Flavorful, Nutty

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Gifts, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden - Pound Cut:

A loaf of bread, a jug of wine, . . . and Leyden. These would make the perfect day! I hadn't high hopes for the Leyden, just thought it might be interesting, but I was absolutely delighted at the compelling flavor! The cumin seeds (which I had to check out the description again to find out they weren't caraway or something else -- because they tasted so good) were an excellent contrast with the buttery hard Leyden cheese. I will explore ways in which to use this, but am perfectly happy to eat a chunk by itself or with some crackers and olives.

like a great chili recipe

By loadstah from So. MID on 2/8/2010

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Pros:

Complex, Nutty

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Snack

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden - Pound Cut:

This works on wheat thins or by itself with a full bodied beer. It works well with salted meats like salami or corned beef, too. Expect a large cumin start and finish.

Love this cheese!

By Dutchie in WC from East Bay, CA on 2/4/2010

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Pros:

Complex, Flavorful

Best Uses:

Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden - Pound Cut:

This is my favorite type of Dutch cheese. Eat it all the time when I visit the Netherlands. This cut has a wonderful flavor. Eat it everyday on toasted muffin. Ready to order more.

I would buy this product again

By Nelly

from Bradenton, Fl on 12/4/2008

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Yes

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Nutty

Best Uses:

After Dinner

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden - Pound Cut:

love it with beer or red wine and crackers

I would buy this again

By Cheese lover

from Watsontown, PA on 10/16/2008

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Pros:

Good Value

Cons:

Have had better Leyden

Best Uses:

On sandwiches, On Toast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden - Pound Cut:

On sandwiches or snack

Great with a beer

By D.J. from Tucson on 5/28/2008

Pros:

High Quality

Cons:

Expensive

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden - Pound Cut:

Leyden Cheese has a very unique flavor. It is a hard cheese and goes great with your favorite distilled beverage. More of a beer cheese than wine.

Customer Reviews about the Leyden - Pound Cut at igourmet