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Belper Knolle
HardCow MilkSwitzerland, Belp, Canton of BernNONE
Small truffle-shaped hard cheese rolled in black pepper and garlic, created by cheesemaker Jumi in the village of Belp. Air-dried for months until rock-hard, it is grated like a truffle over dishes. Often called the "Swiss truffle."
Aging Time
3 months – 1 year
- Style
- Hard
- Milk
- Cow
- Origin
- Switzerland · Belp, Canton of Bern
- Ripening
- ≥ 3 months
Tasting Board
Texture
Very hard, dry, dense
Flavor
Intensely savory, garlic, black pepper, sharp
Nutrition (per 100g)
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