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Buy the Leyden on http://www.igourmet.com

(based on 22 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 20 lb. form of cheese.
We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

More information for the Leyden

Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.5 stars

(based on 22 reviews)

95% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Durable(3), Firm(7), Flavorful(10), Good value(9), High quality(10)

Best Uses:

After dinner(4), Hors d'oeuvre(7), Salads(3), Sandwiches(7)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(6), Frequent diner(4), Health conscious(4)

Beautiful!

By Regi from NC on 4/10/2008

Pros:

Firm, Pungent

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

If you LOVE Cumin...you'll LOVE this cheese! I cannot buy this anywhere else. I had it as part of a cheese platter at a restaurant in the mountains of NC. We bought this cheese for a cheese/wine pairing party. Very, very nice!

I will buy this over and over again.

By PC

from Minocqua WI on 1/1/2008

Pros:

Flavorful

Best Uses:

By itself or with cracker, On Toast

Describe Yourself:

Cheese Lover, Health Conscious, Nostalgic

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

I have been looking for Leyden cheese for a long time. I love the flavor on toast with butter or a piece of rusk, with a cup of coffee. The cheese brings back memories of growing up.

The Perfect Cheese

By Dr. Verver

from New Castle Pa on 12/28/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

On Toast for Breakfast, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

Our annual Christmas treat, Only have two out our family of six are not addicted to this cheese. I like it best the way I ate it growing up, bakery bread with grape jelly and just the right amount of cheese.

Great Cheese

By DutchFoodie from Honolulu, HI on 12/26/2007

Pros:

Delicate, Flavorful, Pungent, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

A great cheese if you like spiced flavors! Can't get enough of this cheese!

I would buy this product again.

By Ruth the cheese eater. from Spotsylvania, Virginia on 12/15/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

I was searching for a Norwegian cheese: "Nokelost" and it was out of stock. The description of this cheese reminded me of Nokelost so I ordered it to try it. I was pleasantly surprised by the similarity in flavor and how easy it was to slice.

Tasty Treat

By Belgischer from La Grangeville, NY on 12/7/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

The thing which is unique with this cheese is the addition of whole toasted cumin seeds. The seeds add so much flavor to this that it is a treat with fruit, as a snack, or even in a sandwich with luncheon meats or just plain.
Another cheese of this variety is Nagelkaas which has whole cloves in it, which resemble nails. Also very tasty and a treat to anyone not familiar with the Dutch cheeses.

A Dutch treat by a true Dutchwoman!

By drobs in the land of cheese from Green Lake, Wisconsin on 12/2/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

This is a cheese that you grew up on, if you are Dutch. Here in Wisconsin, the land of cheese, Leyden is impossible to find. I was delighted when I was able to order it through [...] Try it the way the Dutch eat it - dark, heavy rye bread with a little butter and the cheese right on top. Delicious. I would highly recommend this cheese to anyone, but especially the Dutch that are having difficulty finding Leyden in the states.

Big Favorite with big flavor and texture

By kapaluajim from Evansville, IN on 5/2/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

Outstanding flavor with cumin presence and a party favorite.

No more searching

By Chef Art

from Plantation, Fl on 4/5/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, spicy

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

Hard to find localy in So Fla. and it is my favorite. This one is very good and now easy to get.

Really Spicy...in a GOOD Way

By MissLin19074

from Philadelphia PA on 3/27/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth, spicy

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

The addition of Cumin is SO unique - habit-forming, for me! Lends great flavor to a salad, when cubed.

Flavorful by itself or with fruit

By Jaytee44 from Bakersfield, CA on 2/25/2007

Pros:

High Quality

Cons:

Good value

Best Uses:

Sliced with fruit

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

Nice flavor by itself or with fruit or dutch toast.

One of Holland's flavorful secret cheese

By David E

from Utah on 2/24/2007

Pros:

Durable, Good Value, High Quality, Quite flavorful

Best Uses:

Grated over chili, Served with crackers

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

I was quite pleased with the product and the flavor that it provided. I also found that it has multiple uses not only as a snack, but also grated over meals.

Exactly what it says

By John R

from La Plata, MD on 2/24/2007

Pros:

Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

Added to Tex-Mex Dishes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

This cheese delivers exactly what it promises. The flavor of cumin is unmistakable. I've used this successfully on Chili and in Quesadillas. Can be eaten on it's own in moderation; the cumin really dominates the taste.

An adventurous cheese

By Cherie (the cheesehead from WI)

from Wisconsin on 2/23/2007

Pros:

Good Value, High Quality, Unique Flavor

Best Uses:

Cheese tasting, For snacks, For variety, In assortments

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

Very unique flavor, moderately strong. Like s strong, creamy gouda with the addition of the seeds flavors. A little goes a long way, but very satisfying. Caution: the more you eat, the more you like it!

much better than I expected

By Dusty Dave from Ojo Caliente, NM on 2/22/2007

Pros:

Good Value, High Quality

Cons:

Too small

Best Uses:

neat snack

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

A very tasty cheese that no one else in the house cared for. Thier loss my gain.

Cumin is nice addition

By Pebble Pups

from Tucson, AZ on 2/22/2007

Pros:

Durable, Good Value, High Quality

Cons:

Maybe too strong for some

Best Uses:

On crackers

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

Delicious! I loved the cumin seeds, which made the flavor strong. Not a cheese that one could eat a whole lot of at once. Quite creamy. Unique flavor!

in its own class

By gourmet chef

from Tucumcari,NM on 2/22/2007

Pros:

what flavor

Best Uses:

w/ good mustard

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

what a unbelievable flavor it is great making quesadillias

thats goooood

By gourmet chef from Tucumcari,NM on 2/22/2007

Pros:

yes its addictive

Best Uses:

just eat it

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

was alittle worried about it first but when I tasted it as I said I was addicted. I even made some quesadillias with it WOW

Tangy - great for snacking!

By Lana M.

from Bellingham, WA on 2/22/2007

Pros:

Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

With Crackers

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

I wasn't sure what to expect with this cheese, but I'm very happy with it. It has a tangy taste, with a bit of a "bite" to it, almost like a really sharp aged cheddar but a little creamier. The addition of the cumin seeds is wonderful -- it gives it a bit of a "crunch" with a burst of flavor. Use a mild-flavored cracker with this one -- you really want the flavor of the cheese to stand out.

A little too much Cumin but great cheese

By pintofale

from Lakewood, CA on 2/22/2007

Pros:

Good Value, Great base cheese, High Quality

Cons:

Too much Cumin

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

A nice cheese but a bit too much cumin. [...]

Flavorful

By Blaise the Cheeser from Santa Clarita on 2/22/2007

Pros:

Durable, Good Value, High Quality

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

Not up to snuff

Very Different, Very Good

By BillyWitchDR.com

from Detroit, MI on 2/22/2007

Pros:

Good Value, High Quality

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Leyden:

Very strange at first, but Leyden has grown
on me very much. It has become one of my favs.
Unlike any other cheese that I've had. The seeds really command the taste, if you like cumin you'll certainly love leyden.

Customer Reviews about the Leyden at igourmet