Clover Gouda Cheese 800g

The Clover Gouda Cheese 800g is a premium, semi-hard full-cream cheese manufactured from high-quality pasteurised cow's milk. Characterised by its signature mild flavour and elastic texture, this award-winning staple undergoes a traditional maturation process. The 800g bulk block is vacuum-packed to ensure consistent moisture retention and long-lasting freshness for various culinary applications.

Product Specifications and Features

• Full-Cream Composition: Crafted from standardised pasteurised milk, providing a rich, buttery mouthfeel and essential nutrients including calcium and protein.
• Semi-Hard Elastic Texture: Features a firm yet flexible consistency that allows for clean slicing, grating, and cubing without excessive crumbling.
• Maturation Profile: Naturally aged to develop a mild, creamy flavour profile that appeals to a broad demographic, from children to adult gourmet palates.
• Superior Melting Ability: Formulated with a fat-to-moisture ratio that ensures even, smooth melting, preventing the oil separation common in lower-quality cheeses.
• Vacuum-Sealed Protection: Packaged in heavy-duty, air-tight wrapping to inhibit mould growth and maintain the cheese's natural "soft-block" characteristics.
• Halaal Certified: Produced in compliance with South African Halaal authorities, making it suitable for a wide range of religious dietary requirements.

Ideal Use

• Family Lunchboxes: The mild taste makes it the perfect sandwich filler, providing a high-protein snack that maintains its texture at room temperature.
• Traditional Cooking: Grate over lasagne, macaroni and cheese, or potato bakes for a golden, gooey topping that browns evenly in the oven.
• Braai Accompaniment: An essential ingredient for traditional braaibroodjies (toasted sandwiches), melting rapidly over hot coals for a superior "cheese pull."
• Entertaining Platters: Pairs excellently with biltong, dried fruit, and crackers, acting as a creamy palate cleanser on a savoury snack board.

Safety and Storage Precautions

• Temperature Maintenance: Must be stored in a refrigerator at 0°C to 5°C; avoid leaving the block on the counter to prevent bacterial growth and oil sweating.
• Moisture Preservation: Once the vacuum seal is broken, wrap the cheese in wax paper or cling film before placing it in an airtight container to prevent the edges from hardening.
• Allergen Information: Contains cow's milk and dairy proteins; not suitable for individuals with lactose intolerance or milk allergies.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Clover Gouda vegetarian? Yes, Clover typically uses non-animal (microbial) rennet in their cheese production, making it suitable for lacto-vegetarians.
• Can I freeze this 800g block? While you can freeze Gouda for up to 3 months, it may become crumbly upon thawing; it is best used for melting or cooking after being frozen.
• Does this cheese contain preservatives? It is a natural cheese product; the primary preservation method is the salt content and the vacuum-sealed packaging.