Cheshire cheese
| Cheshire | |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | England |
| Region | Cheshire |
| Source of milk | Cows |
| Pasteurised | Frequently |
| Texture | hard crumbly |
| Aging time | 4–8 weeks depending on variety |
| Certification | No |
| Named after | Cheshire[*] |
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Cheshire cheese is a dense and crumbly cheese produced in the English county of Cheshire, and four neighbouring counties: Denbighshire and Flintshire in Wales, and Shropshire and Staffordshire in England.