List of Polish cheeses

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List of Polish Cheeses

Polish cheeses are a significant part of Poland's culinary heritage and are renowned for their unique flavors and textures. This list includes a variety of cheeses that are traditionally made in Poland.

Traditional Polish Cheeses[edit | edit source]

Oscypek[edit | edit source]

Oscypek is a smoked cheese made of salted sheep milk. It is exclusively produced in the Tatra Mountain region of Poland. The cheese is traditionally hand-shaped into decorative patterns and smoked over a fire.

Bryndza[edit | edit source]

Bryndza is a sheep milk cheese that is soft and spreadable. It is often used in traditional Polish dishes such as pierogi and salads.

Twaróg[edit | edit source]

Twaróg is a type of curd cheese made from cow's milk. It is a staple in Polish cuisine and is used in a variety of dishes, from sweet pastries to savory dumplings.

Ser Smazony[edit | edit source]

Ser Smazony is a fried cheese that is often served as a side dish or snack. It is typically made from Gouda or Edam cheese and coated in breadcrumbs before being fried.

Korycinski[edit | edit source]

Korycinski is the oldest known Polish cheese. It is a semi-hard, yellow cheese made from unpasteurized cow's milk. It is named after the town of Korycin in Poland.

Modern Polish Cheeses[edit | edit source]

Morski[edit | edit source]

Morski is a semi-hard cheese made from cow's milk. It is known for its mild flavor and smooth texture.

Radamer[edit | edit source]

Radamer is a hard cheese made from cow's milk. It is aged for at least six months and has a nutty, slightly sweet flavor.

Salami[edit | edit source]

Salami is a semi-hard cheese made from cow's milk. It is named for its shape, which resembles a salami sausage.

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