Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gruyere-cheese
Noun
/ɡruːˈjeɪr/
Definition
Gruyère cheese is a smooth-melting Swiss cheese made from cow’s milk.
Examples
- Gruyère cheese is often used in French onion soup for added richness.
- For a perfect croque monsieur, use sliced Gruyère cheese.
- The chef topped the pasta with melted Gruyère cheese for a delicious finish.
Meaning
It is known for its distinct nutty flavor and is commonly used in Swiss fondue.
Synonyms
- Emmental cheese
- Swiss cheese
- Appenzeller cheese
