Eidam is a traditional Czech semi-hard cheese with a delicate and delicious flavour. Thanks to its higher fat content, it is creamier than low-fat varieties; it is naturally matured and ranks among the most popular natural cheeses for everyday use.
🧾 Ingredients and allergens
Ingredients:
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Milk
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Edible salt
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Lactic acid bacteria
(The list of main ingredients is brief in accordance with EU regulations; the cheese is produced without rennet of animal origin.)
Allergens:
✔️ Contains milk and milk products – not suitable for people with an allergy to milk proteins or lactose.
📌 The low lactose content is a natural result of the cheese’s maturation.
📊 Nutritional values (per 100 g)
(values according to the manufacturer)
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Energy: ~1424 kJ / 343 kcal
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Fat: ~ 26 g
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of which saturated fatty acids: ~ 17 g
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Carbohydrates: ~ 1.2 g
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of which sugars: ~ 1.2 g
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Protein: ~ 26 g
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Salt: ~1.3 g
🍽️ Taste and texture
✔️ Flavour: mild to slightly tangy with a traditional Eidam flavour – ideal for everyday use.
✔️ Texture: semi-hard, easy to slice, making it perfect for bread, toast, baguettes and sandwiches.
🍴 Uses in the kitchen
✔️ On bread: the classic way – on bread, a baguette or toast.
✔️ Sandwiches and wraps: pairs well with vegetables or ham.
✔️ Platters: as part of a cheese selection with fruit and nuts.
✔️ Hot dishes: you can use it as a topping on pizza, in pasta dishes or in pasta bakes.
💡 Tip: Eidam 45 % is a great choice for children’s snacks or quick home-cooked lunches thanks to its balanced flavour and ease of use.