Saint-Félicien cheese facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Saint-Félicien |
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| Country of origin | France |
| Region | Rhone-Alpes |
| Town | Saint-Félicien |
| Source of milk | cows |
| Texture | creamy |
| Weight | 180 grams |
| Certification | Label Régional (LR) |
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Saint-Félicien is a tasty cheese from France. It is made from cow's milk. This cheese comes from the Rhône-Alpes area in France.
People in France call it a dauphinois cheese. This means it comes from an old French region called Dauphiné. Saint-Félicien is like its cousin, Saint-Marcellin cheese. They taste and feel similar, but Saint-Félicien can be much bigger!
Where Does the Name Come From?
The cheese gets its name from a small town. This is the town where it was first made and sold. Long ago, Saint-Félicien cheese was made from goat's milk. But today, it is usually made with cow's milk.
This cheese has a soft, creamy inside. It is covered in a special "flower-style" (or fleurie) rind. This rind helps the cheese ripen. A typical Saint-Félicien cheese weighs about 180 grams (6.3 ounces).
When to Enjoy Saint-Félicien Cheese
Saint-Félicien tastes best after it has aged for 4 to 6 weeks. This usually happens between April and September. But you can enjoy this cheese from March all the way to December! It is known for being softer and creamier than its cousin, Saint-Marcellin.
Important Note
Do not mix up this cow's milk cheese with another cheese. There is a goat's milk cheese called caillé doux from Saint-Félicien, Ardèche. They are different!
See also
- Queso Saint-Félicien para niños (in Spanish)
