Camembert | |
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Country of origin | France |
Region | Normandy |
Town | Camembert |
Source of milk | Cows |
Pasteurized | Not traditionally |
Texture | Soft-ripened |
Aging time | At least 3 weeks |
Certification | Camembert de Normandie AOC 1983, PDO 1992 |
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Camembert (/ˈkæməmbɛər/ KAM-əm-bair, UK also /-mɒm-/ -om-, French: [kamɑ̃bɛʁ] ) is a moist, soft, creamy, surface-ripened cow's milk cheese. It was first made in the late 18th century in Camembert, Normandy, in northwest France. It is sometimes compared in look, taste and texture to brie cheese, albeit with a slightly lower butterfat content than brie's[1] typical 20% – 25% by weight.