What is Brunost? A Guide to Norwegian Brown Cheese
Norwegians arenât known for having having large breakfasts, but when they do indulge, there will be Norwegian brown cheese.
Brunost â literally, brown cheese â is a classic Norwegian provender that has gained international appeal for its color and fudge-like texture. Want to really eat like a Norwegian? Then you have to try brown cheese.
The Norwegian staple has a brown-yellow color and comes in block form. It’s sliced using a cheese slicer or sharp knife.
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What is Norwegian brown cheese made of?
Brunost is made by boiling whey, a byproduct of making cheese, down to a caramelized sugar. That sugar is left to cool and then packaged in a block. The length of the boil helps to determine the ultimate hue of the cheese which, technically, is not a cheese at all!