Cantal came to the Party!

[Brie]

Cantal is quite easy to make; yet should be pressed at 125 pounds minimum. I only could press at 80, so was worried it wouldn't hold together. It was fine at 6 months--a bit sharp, but nice texture. Anyone else try  to make this French cheddar?

[Sailor Con Queso]

Easy to make with minimal processing, so the cheddar flavor that it develops is a big surprise. Needs to age 6 months or more.

[Brie]

Did you cut yours yet, Sailor? What was your impression? I know you did press at 125 pounds, so interested in hearing the difference.

[DeejayDebi]

I made a cantel last year around November. It was brought to our DSP gathering and was well reeived. Had a flavor more like 1 year old cheddar than a 7 month old cheddar. I di not press with 125 lbs though - never do. LOL