Edam Holland is a semi-hard cheese that ages well and does not spoil. Its flavor is mild, sweet to piquant, depending on its maturity, while its rubbery texture becomes firmer and tighter as it ages. It must be made in Holland in accordance with strict guidelines and a unique identification number imprinted on the wax.
The cheese is naturally matured, just as Gouda Holland, and it's made from cows' milk from Dutch farms, providing an excellent source of calcium. The peculiarly-shaped Edam slices easily, which makes it great for sandwiches, sauces and soups.
It also melts well, while matured varieties are suitable for grating. It is so popular that the Dutch eat it daily on black bread with butter and black coffee. It is recommended to pair Edam Holland with Pinot Gris, dry Riesling, Champagne, Chardonnay, and Shiraz, while fruit accompaniments include peaches, melons, apricots, and cherries for mild Edam, and pears and apples for aged Edam.
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