Goat camembert cheese: an extraordinary taste straight from the mountains at over 900 meters.
Goat Camembert cheese is a much-loved culinary delicacy of exceptional quality. Malga POF is renowned for producing high quality cheeses, and Goat Camembert is no exception; it is their special product that has seen the light of day after years of testing and refinement.
The basis of a good cheese is milk: the freshest and most natural goat’s milk is used to make the cheese to ensure the highest quality.
Goat’s milk gives the cheese a unique flavor and creamy texture. The production process is meticulous, and traditional, preserving the authentic character of the cheese. The slow maturation allows the aromas to fully develop, giving Goat’s Camembert a rich, enveloping flavor, and making it perfect for anunforgettable tasting experience.
For cheese aficionados, savoring goat Camembert with its deep-rooted dairy tradition and commitment to quality is an excellent choice.
Here are some delicious pairings you can experiment with to discover your favorite combinations with delicious Goat Camembert:
- Red onion jam: red onion jam offers a balance of sweetness and acidity that goes well with this type of cheese.
- Honey: honey is the perfect companion for goat Camembert. We at bbuono recommend chestnut, but some of our customers prefer to pair it with acacia.
- Fig jam: fig jam offers a fruity sweetness that contrasts well with the slightly tangy flavor of the cheese.
- Grapes: fresh red or white grapes offer a contrast of sweetness and acidity that goes well with cheese.
- Crispbread: serve goat Camembert on a crust of crusty bread or crackers for a contrast of textures. The simplest combination but always a big hit, especially if you have guests for a dinner party or special event.
- Arugula: fresh arugula adds a touch of freshness and a slight bitter aftertaste.
And in the kitchen? 😋 The recipes below allow you to make the most of the creamy, mild flavor of goat Camembert in creative and delicious ways!
Baked camembert with honey and walnuts
Take a wheel of goat Camembert and make shallow cuts in it.
Pour honey over the cheese and add a few chopped walnuts.
Wrap it in food-grade aluminum foil and bake about 10 min.
Serve with croutons or slices of toast.
Salad with grilled Camembert
Remove the paper that packages the Camembert, wrap it in food-grade aluminum foil, place the Camembert 10 min or so on a grill over coals.
Lay the grilled cheese on a bed of mixed salad.
Dress with a vinaigrette made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard and honey.
Camembert sandwich with pears and walnuts
Slice goat Camembert and place it inside a sandwich.
Add thin slices of pear and toasted walnuts.
You can also spread a little honey on the inside of the sandwich for an extra touch of sweetness.
Camembert in puff pastry crust
Wrap a whole wheel of goat Camembert in puff pastry.
Brush pastry with beaten egg to make a golden crust.
Bake until pastry is golden brown and cheese is melted.
Serve with fig or berry jam.
Camembert Risotto
Make a creamy risotto with mushrooms or asparagus.
Add cubes of goat’s Camembert to the risotto while it is still hot and stir until the cheese is completely melted.
Complete with fresh chopped parsley.
Enjoy your meal!
Slow Food’s aims to enhance the goat supply chain in Lombardy
The “slow food community to enhance the goat supply chain in Lombardy” has as its founding element the desire to maintain that respect for biodiversity, traditional flavors and animal welfare.
The malga POF adheres to the slow food community to enhance the goat supply chain in Lombardy comply with a strict specification and produce their cheeses exclusively from the raw milk of their own animals . They are fed mainly on pasture and in the coldest periods, with local hay, without the use of industrial feed and in full compliance with the criteria of biodiversity and the virtuous principles of Slow Food.
But what are the principles of the slow food community that bbuono shares and seeks to enhance?
Here they are below:
- Slow Food is an international nonprofit association committed to restoring value to food, respecting those who produce it, in harmony with the environment and ecosystems.
- Defense of animal and plant biodiversity, starting with the enhancement of native breeds and feeding prevalent local fodder (no silage, no GMOs);
- Respect for animal welfare and predilection for natural medicine;
- Reconnecting agriculture and animal husbandry by developing multi-purpose farm projects;
- Exclusive use of raw milk and self-produced ferments, whey or lactobacteria, in cheese production;
Goat camembert: origin, edible rind, food pairings and storage
How is goat Camembert best stored?
Goat Camembert should be stored in the refrigerator at a temperature of about 4°C. It is important to keep it in its original packaging or wrap it in food grade paper to preserve its freshness and flavor. The cheese can be consumed even after the indicated expiration date as long as it has been stored properly. If the cheese is too runny when cut, it may beslightly past optimal ripeness, but it still remains tasty. You can also check the smell: it should be aromatic, without being pungent.
What is the difference between goat’s milk Camembert and cow’s milk Camembert?
Goat’s Camembert is distinguished by its more intense and slightly tangy flavor than the cow’s milk variant. It also has a particularly creamy texture and a more pronounced aroma due to the use of goat’s milk, which gives it unique characteristics.
What are the nutritional benefits of goat Camembert compared to other cheeses?
Goat’s Camembert is high in protein and contains less saturated fat than many other cheeses. Goat’s milk is known to be more digestible and to have a unique nutritional profile that includes good amounts of medium-chain fatty acids, vitamins, and essential minerals.
What are the best pairings for enjoying goat Camembert?
Goat Camembert pairs perfectly with red onion preserves, chestnut honey, fig jam, and fresh grapes. For a complete dining experience, try serving it with crusty bread or crackers, or adding it to salads and gourmet sandwiches.
Is it possible to receive goat Camembert on other days of the week?
Unfortunately not (but email or chat with us anyway to see if we can test based on your cap! 🥰). To ensure maximum freshness of the product, shipments only take place Monday through Wednesday. This prevents the cheese stations in the shipper’s warehouses over the weekend, thus preserving its quality.
Is goat camembert suitable for people who are lactose intolerant?
Goat’s Camembert naturally contains less lactose than cow’s milk cheeses, due to the presence of specific enzymes in goat’s milk that aid digestion. However, if you are very sensitive to lactose, it is advisable to consult a doctor before consuming it. Normally many of our intolerant customers buy camembert and other goat’s milk cheeses without running into problems but any intolerance is very subjective and it is always best to consult a doctor if you have never consumed goat’s milk cheeses.
Watch Malga Pof farm’s video interview with Puntoverde
The market for human food is extremely multifaceted but is basically divided into the traditional and creative market of small producers and the globalized market of multinational corporations. Bbuono has chosen only small, local producers for its products.
Preservation and technical characteristics of goat camembert
Seasoning: store in a refrigerator at 4°C
Minimum shelf life: 30 days from the date of packaging (with product stored in a refrigerator).
Exceeding this date does not affect the edibility of the product.
Camembert goat cheese nutritional values
| Mean values | per 100 grams |
|---|---|
| Energy | 282.6 Kcal |
| Fats | 22.5 g |
| Saturated fatty acids | 16.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 0.1 g |
| Protein | 17.4 g |
| Halls | 0.7 g |
| Fibers | 0 gr |
