Échavanne

An échavanne is a type of Swiss cheese, traditionally produced in the canton of Vaud. It is a semi-hard, uncooked cheese made from cow's milk. Échavanne is known for its smooth, supple texture and its mild, slightly nutty flavor that intensifies with age. The cheese typically has small, irregular eyes distributed throughout the paste. Échavanne is often enjoyed as a table cheese, sliced and eaten on its own, or used in cooking, where it melts well. Production methods can vary slightly between different producers, but generally adhere to traditional cheesemaking techniques.