Havarti
Varieties
Havarti is available in flavors ranging from mildly sharp to strongly aromatic. Havarti aged for about three months is full-flavored and creamy, and it gains a more distinctive taste as it ages. It may also be produced with extra cream, or with a variety of seasonings, including, dill and other herbs, spices, jalapeño peppers, or caraway seeds. Quality American Havarti is produced on a large scale in Wisconsin and New York state, and by artisan producers in California and elsewhere.
Preparation, Uses, & Tips
Havarti is versatile a table cheese that works well sliced, grilled, and melted. Easy to slice and melt, it’s an excellent choice for sandwiches and snacks.
Storing
As a semisoft cheese, Havarti can be kept for at least two weeks, when carefully wrapped and refrigerated.
Nutrition Highlights
Havarti, 1 slice 1 oz. (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 6.0g
- Carbohydrate: 0.0g
- Total Fat: 11.0g
- Fiber: 0.0g
*Good Source of: Calcium (150mg)