Beenleigh Blue

Beenleigh Blue is a type of blue cheese that is produced in the United Kingdom. It is named after the town of Beenleigh, where it was first made.

History

Beenleigh Blue was first produced in the late 20th century by Robin Congdon, a cheese maker who was inspired by the traditional blue cheeses of France and Italy. Congdon began making cheese in the 1970s, and Beenleigh Blue was one of his earliest creations.

Production

Beenleigh Blue is made from sheep's milk, which gives it a distinctive flavor. The cheese is made by adding Penicillium roqueforti, a type of mold, to the milk. This mold is what gives blue cheese its characteristic color and flavor.

The cheese is then aged for several months. During this time, it develops a creamy texture and a complex flavor that is both sweet and tangy.

Characteristics

Beenleigh Blue is a semi-hard cheese with a creamy texture. It has a pale yellow color, with blue-green veins running through it. The cheese has a sweet, fruity flavor with a slight tanginess.

Serving

Beenleigh Blue is often served on its own, or with bread and fruit. It can also be used in cooking, where it adds a rich, creamy flavor to dishes.

See also

• List of British cheeses
• Blue cheese