Israeli feta | |
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Country of origin | Israel |
Region | Countrywide |
Source of milk | Sheep, Cow, Goat, or a combination thereof |
Pasteurised | yes |
Texture | Firm |
Aging time | 3 months or more |
Israeli feta cheese or (Hebrew: גבינת ראש הנקרה, romanized: Gvinat rosh hankara), also known as Israeli-style feta cheese or simply Israeli cheese, is a type of white cheese made from sheep's milk, cow's milk, or a combination of both. It is similar to Greek feta cheese, but has a milder flavor and a creamier texture. [1][page needed][2][page needed]