1. Baked Edam Cheese: This classic dish is a great way to enjoy the nutty flavor of Edam cheese. It’s easy to make and only requires three ingredients – butter, dry white wine, and one wheel of Edam cheese. Layer the cheese in an oven-safe dish and bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes until it’s golden and bubbly. Serve with crackers or bread slices for a delicious snack.
2. Edam Burgers: For a savory alternative, try adding Edam cheese to your burgers! Start with lean ground beef mixed with minced onion, garlic powder, and salt. Form the mixture into patties and press a small chunk of Edam cheese onto each patty before cooking. Grill or pan fry until the cheese is melted and the burgers are cooked through.
3. Edam Summer Salad: This recipe combines fresh ingredients with the creamy flavor of Edam for a delicious and simple summer salad. Start with a bed of greens and top with diced bell pepper, tomatoes, cucumbers, and crumbled Edam cheese. Toss together with your favorite vinaigrette dressing for a light yet flavorful dish.
4. Fried Edam Cheese: If you’re looking for something crunchy to snack on, try this fried Edam cheese dish. Cube an Edam wheel into 1-inch pieces and dredge them in a mixture of beaten egg, flour, and panko crumbs. Fry the cubes in hot oil for about two minutes until golden brown and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
5. Creamy Macaroni and Edam: Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food, and adding Edam cheese takes it to the next level. Start with cooked macaroni noodles mixed with a creamy mixture of butter, cream, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and shredded Edam cheese. Bake in an oven-safe dish for about 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Enjoy!