Maredsous cheese

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Maredsous is a loaf-shaped cheese made from cow's milk. The name of this cheese is derived from Maredsous Abbey in Belgium, where the cheese is made by the monks. The cheese is lightly pressed, then washed in brine to create the firm, orange crust and pungent aroma. Maredsous is a table cheese or could be used for grilling.

The abbey currently makes five varieties: Maredsous Tradition, Mi-Vieux (half old), Fumé (smoked), Fondu (fondue), Frais (the fresh cheese), Light, and Fagotin.