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| Tine Ski Queen Gjetost (Gudbrandsdalsost G35) is a caramelized, full-fat concentrated whey cheese blend of cow whey, cream, and goat milk, characterized by a unique sweet-savory "salted caramel" flavor. Originating in Norway (1863), its production involves vacuum evaporation and Maillard reaction browning, yielding a dense, thermoplastic, fudge-like texture with microcrystalline lactose. Goat milk's short-chain fatty acids impart a distinctive tang. The cheese contains ~24% moisture, 35% fat in dry matter, and high lactose, proteins, and riboflavin. Packaged to prevent spoilage, it’s culturally significant, exported as "Ski Queen" with vegetarian microbial rennet, and prized for sustainability and culinary versatility. | |
| Country | Norway |
| Milk | Other |
| Rennet | Microbial |
| Heat Treatment | Pasteurized |
| Texture Profile | Dense, Fudge-like, Smooth |
| Flavor Profile | Sweet, Salty, Mild, Umami |
| Wine Pairings | Gewürztraminer |
| Beer Pairings: | Stout, Porter |
| Food Pairings: | Game Stew, Reindeer Stew, Cookies, Pie Fillings, Black Coffee |
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