gouda

Thân thiện

A wedge of gouda sits on a wooden cutting board next to a few crackers.

Definition

Noun: 1. A mild, creamy, yellow cheese originally from the Netherlands: "Gouda" refers to a specific type of cheese, typically made from cow's milk, known for its smooth, firm texture and mild, slightly sweet or nutty flavor. It is often formed into distinctive wheel-shaped blocks.

Usage

• "Gouda" is an uncountable noun when referring to the substance.
  • I would like some Gouda on my sandwich.
• It can be used as a countable noun when referring to types or whole wheels of this cheese.
  • This supermarket sells three different Goudas: young, aged, and smoked.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "Gouda" as a modifier: The word can be used adjectivally to describe other items made with or flavored like this cheese.
  • I tried the Gouda soup, and it was delicious.
  • These are Gouda-flavored crackers.

Variants and Related Words

• Young Gouda: Refers to Gouda that has been aged for only a few weeks or months. It is softer, creamier, and milder.
• Aged Gouda (or Old Gouda): Refers to Gouda aged for one year or more. It becomes harder, saltier, and develops crunchy protein crystals.
• Smoked Gouda: Gouda cheese that has been cured in a smokehouse, giving it a distinctive smoky flavor.

Synonyms

• Dutch cheese: A general term that may include Gouda and other cheeses from the Netherlands like Edam.
• Semi-hard cheese: A technical category describing cheeses with a texture similar to Gouda, such as Cheddar or Havarti.

Học thuật

Noun

1. mild cream-colored Dutch cheese shaped in balls

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Gouda
• Gouda cheese