List of Greek Protected Designations of Origin cheeses

List_of_Greek_Protected_Designations_of_Origin_cheeses is a compilation of cheeses from Greece that have been granted the status of Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) by the European Union. These cheeses are produced in specific regions of Greece and are made using traditional methods and local ingredients.

Overview

The PDO status is a legal framework defined by the European Union to protect the names of regional foods. Greek cheeses with PDO status are produced, processed and prepared in a specific geographical area using recognized know-how.

List of Greek PDO Cheeses

Feta

Feta is a brined curd cheese traditionally made in Greece. It is a crumbly aged cheese, commonly produced in blocks, and has a slightly grainy texture. Feta is used as a table cheese, as well as in salads and pastries.

Kasseri

Kasseri is a medium-hard pale yellow cheese made from unpasteurized sheep's milk with no more than 20% goat’s milk mixed in. It is a stretched curd cheese, like mozzarella, and is used in a variety of dishes.

Graviera

Graviera is one of the most popular cheeses in Greece. It is a hard cheese with a slightly sweet and nutty taste. The cheese is produced from sheep's milk or a mix of sheep and goat's milk.

Manouri

Manouri is a Greek semi-soft, fresh white whey cheese made from goat or sheep milk as a by-product following the production of feta. It is creamy and has a mild, slightly acidic flavor.

See Also

• List of cheeses
• Greek cuisine
• Protected Designation of Origin