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 A Norwegian
goat's milk flat
cheese
made with skimmed sour milk,
that has a very strong flavor and a texture that ranges from soft to very
hard depending on its age.
The rind is brownish and the interior is brownish-yellow with a blue-green tint; the color darkens with age. The cheese is round and flat, usually about 6 inches in diameter, and from 5 to 6 inches thick, weighing between 6 and 9 lbs. It is also noted for its low-fat content, which is usually around 5 percent.
Uses: served as a dessert cheese and goes well with alcoholic beverages such as gin or aquavit.
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