Emmenthal

The generic name for cow’s milk cheese known more frequently as Swiss Cheese. It is produced in Switzerland, where the name of the country is stamped on the rind of the cheese, as well as in Italy, France, Austria, West Germany, Finland, Sweden, Norway, and the United States. Each country produces an Emmenthal that is distinctive in taste, though all are characterized by the gaping holes in the cheese. The Swiss article is authentic and very fine, of course, but some of those produced in other countries are good too. I am especially fond of French Emmenthal in cooking, where its slightly sharp taste enhances many dishes. Emmenthal averages 110 calories per ounce.