Lancashire
Traditional Lancashire cheese, extremely crumbly. Two types: Creamy Lancashire (young, 6-8 weeks) and Tasty Lancashire (aged 3+ months). Excellent melting cheese.
Aging Time
1 month – 6 months
Typical Weight
18 kg
- Style
- Hard
- Milk
- Cow
- Origin
- England · Lancashire
- Ripening
- ≥ 1 month
Tasting Board
Texture
Crumbly, moist, buttery
Flavor
Mild, buttery, slightly tangy when young, sharper when aged
Aroma
Mild, buttery, lactic
History & Origins
Traditional Lancashire farmhouse cheese. Made by Lancashire farmers for centuries.
Cultural Significance
Traditional Lancashire cheese, nearly extinct but revived by small producers.
Pairing & Serving
What to Pair It With
Traditional with Lancashire hotpot. Pairs with onions, pickles, crusty bread, mustard.
How to Serve It
Excellent melting cheese for Welsh rarebit. Crumble over salads.
Nutrition (per 100g)
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