Flavor: Salty, pungent Color: White Texture: Dry, firm to hard, crumbly Description: Greek or Bulgarian cheese used in many Middle Eastern dishes. Good in many cooked dishes, including pasta or topping soups and salads.
Flavor: Mild, nutty Color: Light yellow Texture: Firm Description: Mild, pleasant cheese for snacking and sandwiches. Similar to Gouda and Edam. (Fontinella, a variation, is firmer and drier.)
Flavor: Mild, slightly salty Color: White Texture: Firm Description: Middle Eastern cheese typically cut into slices and fried. Holds shape when hot. Top with sauces, salsa.
