Camembert cheese
Soft cow’s milk cheese with a white rind that becomes creamy when heated.
What it offers and why to use it
Soft cow’s milk cheese with a white rind that becomes creamy when heated. Slice for gratins or heat in an ovenproof dish until the centre melts.
Soft cow’s milk cheese with a white rind that becomes creamy when heated.
From shopping to cooking
Choose
Choose an intact rind and supple texture; check for pasteurised milk and microbial rennet when needed for a vegetarian recipe.
Store
Keep refrigerated in its wrapping and respect its use-by date. Do not leave at room temperature for hours.
Prepare
Slice for gratins or heat in an ovenproof dish until the centre melts.
How to make the most of it
Good pairings
Roasted vegetables, apples, walnuts and bread.
How to substitute it
Brie of similar composition; check its rennet type when relevant.
Recipes with camembert cheese
Roasted vegetables with Camembert and olive dressing
A tray of roasted vegetables with warm Camembert and an olive, raisin and lemon dressing.
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