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Roquefort

Roquefort

Roquefort is a popular French cheese, reported to be a favorite of Emperor Charlemagne. In France, it is called the 'cheese of kings and popes'. This cheese is protected by AOC guidelines. Roquefort cheese is moist and breaks into little pieces easily. Genuine Roquefort is rich, creamy and sharp, tangy, salty in flavor. It is aged for 5 months. It is also mostly used in salads and dressings.

  • Made from sheep's milk
  • Country of origin: France
  • Region: region surrounding Roquefort-sur-Soulzon
  • Type: semi-soft, artisan, blue-veined
  • Texture: creamy and crumbly
  • Rind: natural
  • Color: blue

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May 13
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May 10
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Apr 30
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Apr 27
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Apr 25
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Apr 25
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Apr 25
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Apr 20
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Apr 12
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Apr 11
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Apr 04
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Apr 03
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Apr 03
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Apr 01
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Mar 29
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