Stilton cheese

Stilton cheese

369 kcal per 100 g

Category: Dairy

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 369 kcal
Protein 21g
Carbohydrates 0.9g
Total fats 32g
Fiber 0g
Sodium 1200mg

Vitamins and minerals

Calcium 528mg
Folate 16mcg
Lycopene 0mcg
Potassium 77mg
Vitamin C 0mg

Description

Stilton Cheese is a semi-hard English blue cheese, recognized for its characteristic strong, creamy, and slightly spicy flavor. Its texture is creamy yet firm, with blue mold veins that provide an intense and distinctive aroma and flavor.

This cheese originates from the Stilton region in England, where it has been produced using traditional methods since the 18th century. It is made primarily from pasteurized cow's milk and is one of the protected blue cheeses with a designation of origin in the United Kingdom.

In terms of properties, Stilton cheese is a rich source of protein, calcium, and healthy fats, in addition to containing vitamins A and B12. Its intense flavor makes it an ideal ingredient for dishes that require a creamy and savory touch, such as salads, sauces, or gratins.

In Hispanic America, although it is not a traditional cheese, it may be known simply as Stilton-style blue cheese or English blue cheese. It usually does not have specific local synonyms due to its European origin, but it is always distinguished as a strong-flavored blue cheese with a creamy texture.