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	~~'''~~Swaledale cheese~~''' is~~ a ~~type of [[~~cheese~~]] originating from the [[Swaledale]] region in [[North Yorkshire]], [[England]]. It is one of the few British cheeses granted protected geographical status under European Union law.~~		{{short description\|An article about Swaledale cheese, a traditional English cheese}}

	~~== History ==~~		[[File:Swaledale_Cheese_cowsmilk.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Swaledale cheese made from cow's milk]]

	Swaledale cheese ~~has~~ a ~~rich history dating back to~~ the ~~11th century. It was originally made by~~ [[~~Cistercian~~]] ~~monks who had settled~~ in ~~the Swaledale region. The monks brought with them their knowledge of cheese making from~~ [[~~Normandy~~]], ~~France, and began producing Swaledale cheese using the milk from local~~ [[~~sheep~~]].		'''Swaledale cheese''' is a traditional [[English cheese]] originating from the [[Swaledale]] valley in [[North Yorkshire]], [[England]]. It is known for its creamy texture and distinctive flavor, which is influenced by the local environment and traditional cheese-making techniques.

	== ~~Production~~ ==		==History==
			Swaledale cheese has a long history dating back to the 11th century when it was first made by [[Cistercian monks]] who settled in the area. The cheese-making tradition was passed down through generations, becoming a staple of the local diet. In the 20th century, the production of Swaledale cheese declined, but it was revived in the 1980s by local farmers who sought to preserve this unique aspect of their cultural heritage.

	Swaledale cheese is traditionally made from ~~sheep~~'s milk, although ~~cow~~'s milk ~~versions are also available. The cheese is made by adding~~ [[~~rennet~~]] ~~to the~~ milk ~~to form curds~~, ~~which are then cut, heated, and pressed into moulds~~. The cheese is ~~then aged for a period of time~~ to ~~develop~~ its ~~distinctive flavour~~.		==Production==
			Swaledale cheese is traditionally made from [[cow's milk]], although variations using [[sheep's milk]] and [[goat's milk]] also exist. The milk is sourced from local farms, ensuring that the cheese retains its regional character. The cheese is made using traditional methods, including hand-milling and pressing, which contribute to its unique texture and flavor.

	== ~~Characteristics~~ ==		===Ingredients===
			The primary ingredients in Swaledale cheese are:
			* [[Cow's milk]]
			* [[Rennet]]
			* [[Salt]]
			* [[Starter culture]]

	~~Swaledale~~ cheese ~~is known for its moist~~, ~~crumbly texture~~ and ~~mild~~, ~~slightly sour taste. It has a natural~~, ~~edible rind~~ and ~~is usually sold in small, round wheels~~. The cheese is ~~often enjoyed with [[crackers]] or bread~~, and ~~pairs well with a variety of [[wine]]s~~.		===Process===
			The cheese-making process begins with the pasteurization of the milk, followed by the addition of rennet and starter culture to curdle the milk. The curds are then cut, drained, and hand-milled before being pressed into molds. The cheese is aged for several weeks, during which it develops its characteristic flavor and texture.

	== ~~Protected status~~ ==		==Characteristics==
			Swaledale cheese is known for its creamy, crumbly texture and mild, tangy flavor. The cheese has a natural rind and a pale yellow interior. Its flavor is often described as earthy and slightly sweet, with a hint of nuttiness. The unique taste of Swaledale cheese is attributed to the local flora and fauna, as well as the traditional methods used in its production.

	~~In 1996,~~ Swaledale cheese ~~was granted~~ [[~~Protected Designation of Origin~~]] ~~(PDO) status by the European Union~~. ~~This means that only cheese produced in the Swaledale region using traditional methods~~ can be ~~called Swaledale cheese~~.		==Uses==
			Swaledale cheese is versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes. It is often enjoyed on its own or with [[crackers]] and [[bread]]. It can also be used in [[cooking]], adding a rich flavor to dishes such as [[quiches]], [[soups]], and [[salads]].
	~~== See also ==~~

			==Related pages==
			* [[Cheese]]
	* [[List of British cheeses]]		* [[List of British cheeses]]
	* [[~~List of sheep milk cheeses]]~~		* [[Yorkshire cuisine]]
	* [[List of cow's milk cheeses]]

	[[Category:~~British~~ cheeses]]		[[Category:English cheeses]]
	[[Category:~~Sheep's-milk cheeses~~]]		[[Category:Yorkshire cuisine]]
	[[Category:Cow's-milk cheeses]]		[[Category:Cow's-milk cheeses]]
	~~[[Category:PDO products]]~~
	~~{{British cheese}}~~
	~~{{food-stub}}~~

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'''Swaledale cheese''' is a type of [[cheese]] originating from the [[Swaledale]] region in [[North Yorkshire]], [[England]]. It is one of the few British cheeses granted protected geographical status under European Union law.

== History ==

Swaledale cheese has a rich history dating back to the 11th century. It was originally made by [[Cistercian]] monks who had settled in the Swaledale region. The monks brought with them their knowledge of cheese making from [[Normandy]], France, and began producing Swaledale cheese using the milk from local [[sheep]].

== Production ==

Swaledale cheese is traditionally made from sheep's milk, although cow's milk versions are also available. The cheese is made by adding [[rennet]] to the milk to form curds, which are then cut, heated, and pressed into moulds. The cheese is then aged for a period of time to develop its distinctive flavour.

== Characteristics ==

Swaledale cheese is known for its moist, crumbly texture and mild, slightly sour taste. It has a natural, edible rind and is usually sold in small, round wheels. The cheese is often enjoyed with [[crackers]] or bread, and pairs well with a variety of [[wine]]s.

== Protected status ==

In 1996, Swaledale cheese was granted [[Protected Designation of Origin]] (PDO) status by the European Union. This means that only cheese produced in the Swaledale region using traditional methods can be called Swaledale cheese.

== See also ==

* [[List of British cheeses]]
* [[List of sheep milk cheeses]]
* [[List of cow's milk cheeses]]

[[Category:British cheeses]]
[[Category:Sheep's-milk cheeses]]
[[Category:Cow's-milk cheeses]]
[[Category:PDO products]]
{{British cheese}}
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