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Camembert from Rouge et Noir.
Often called the "queen of cheeses" This cheese is legendary. Named by Napoleon afer the tiny hamlet of Camembert in Orne, France, where it originated. It is mild in flavor, soft, creamy to buttery in texture, with a "nutty" tanginess unlike any other soft ripened cheese.
Best served "straight" as a dessert spread on neutral crackers, with its native goodness complemented by thin slices of apple or pear. but for the adventurous there are also many recipes to excite the palate.
How to serve: the serving of Rouge et Noir camembert, brie, schloss or breakfast cheese is a simple matter. Place the cheese unwrapped at room temperature on a cheese board (ceramic or hardwood) with a spreader beside it. Provide sour French rolls, pumpernickle, rye or bland crackers for spreading. Garnishes such as glistensing curls of sweet butter, pots of orange marmalade or jellies and fresh fruits in bite sizes will add to the variety. each guest can mix and match to create their own taste sensation. A good dry wine makes an excellant addition.