Edam is a 1 lb (16 oz) red wax block of semi-hard Dutch-style cheese offered by Keystone Cheese. Originating in the Netherlands and named for the town of Edam in North Holland, it blends creamy and nutty tones with a hint of salt. Mild when young, it grows sharper as it ages. At a glance Size: 1 lb (16 oz) red wax block Type: Dutch-style, semi-hard Milk: Cow Flavor: Mild, salty, and nutty, sharpening with age Texture: Creamy and nutty Origin: Wisconsin Vendor: Keystone Cheese Shipping: Perishable; does not ship over the weekend Best for Cheese and charcuterie boards Pairing with fresh fruit Everyday snacking and slicing Serving with crusty bread A gift for a Dutch-cheese lover Pairings At an early stage it goes very well with peaches, apricots, and cherries, while aged Edam is best paired with pears and apples. It also slices nicely for a board or sandwich. Flavor profile Mild, salty, and nutty with creamy tones, deepening to a sharper flavor as it ages. About Keystone Cheese Keystone Cheese is a Wisconsin purveyor of farm-fresh and aged cheeses, shipped straight from the creamery to keep flavor and texture at their peak.
