Red leicester cheese

Taking the rich, savoury and nutty flavour of our regular Red Leicester, and seasoning it that little bit more for an even more distinctive taste.

Red Leicester Cheese

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What is Red Leicester? Red Leicester (also known as Leicester) is a British cheddar-style cheese hailing from Leicestershire. This hard cheese is made from raw cow's milk

Vintage Red Leicester Cheese by Snowdonia is renowned for its nutty flavor and refined texture. Having aged for 18 months, Red Leicester Cheese has a robust flavor profile. This cheese has won multiple awards at Global Cheese Awards, British Cheese Awards, and Nantwich International Cheese Awards. Shop the Snowdonia collection here: https://yummybazaar.com/collections/snowdonia. PC: @snowdoniacheese

Red Leicester is a crumblier version of cheddar. Despite its flaky texture, it's still a firm cheese. The rind is reddish-orange with a powdery mould on it. http://www.cooksinfo.com/red-leicester-cheese

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Enjoy the complex flavors of this vintage red Leicester with both a subtle sweetness and nutty texture.