Swiss cheese
A firm, mild, nutty cheese with characteristic holes, formed by gas bubbles during aging. Melts smoothly without turning greasy — a classic in sandwiches and gratins.
Used for
- sandwiches
- gratins
- fondue
- burgers
In the kitchen
- grate
- melt
- slice thin
Picking it at the store
- Deli-sliced melts more evenly than pre-packaged slices, which can be waxier
- Baby Swiss is milder and softer than aged Swiss — check which the recipe expects
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