Why is imported bleu cheese more sharp compared to American made bleu cheese?

Question

Why is the smell more potent in imported bleu cheese?

Answer 1

Differences in ingredients and processing can account for this difference, as well as local tastes. Americans generally prefer milder food, whereas Europeans prefer bolder tastes, especially in things like cheese and wine. Also, in America, all cheese and dairy products sold must be pasteurized, a heating process that kills bacteria. This can affect the taste of the cheese, because the process can kill some of the mold that gives bleu cheese its taste and odor.

Answer 2

Yes, bleu cheese would be good in mac and cheese - here is a recipe that uses it: Creamy Macaroni and Cheese 6 servings Prep: 10 minutes Bake: 30 minutes Cook: 10 minutes Ingredients 4 strips bacon 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced 6 oz. dry elbow macaroni 8 oz. mozzarella cheese, shredded (2 cups) 2 to 4 oz. blue cheese, crumbled 1 cup half-and-half or light cream 1/8 tsp. pepper Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large skillet cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, turning once. Drain bacon on paper towels; crumble. Reserve bacon drippings in skillet. 2. Cook onion in reserved bacon drippings for 5 to 8 minutes or until onion is tender and golden brown. Set aside. 3. Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions. Drain and place in a 1-1/2-quart casserole. Add the crumbled bacon, onions, 1-1/2 cups of the mozzarella cheese, the blue cheese, half-and half, and pepper. Toss gently to combine. 4. Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Stir gently. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake for 10 minutes more or until top of casserole is brown and bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes.

Answer 3

some of the blue cheese from europe are aged in caves instead in artifically climate controled room. and remember they have been doing it there a whole lot longer than in the u.s.

Answer 4

I think that European cheese is cured for a longer time,thereby increasing its flavour.

Answer 5

I notice Pepsi taste different in different countries too.

Answer 6

2 reasons, more/stronger bacteria & aging.