Aged Gouda with Banyuls Recipe
Dutch/French · Appetizer · 5 min total
A simple yet elegant pairing of nutty, caramelized aged Gouda with sweet, fortified Banyuls wine, perfect as a cheese course or dessert.
5
min prep
4
servings
320
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 8 oz aged Gouda cheese (1-2 years old), at room temperature
- 1/2 cup Banyuls wine (or other sweet fortified wine like Port)
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
- Fresh baguette slices or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Remove the aged Gouda from the refrigerator 30 minutes before serving to bring to room temperature.
- Pour the Banyuls wine into a small decanter or wine glass.
- Arrange the cheese on a serving board. Drizzle with honey if desired.
- Scatter toasted nuts around the cheese.
- Serve with baguette slices or crackers alongside the Banyuls wine.
Tips
- For best flavor, use Gouda aged at least 12 months.
- Banyuls can be substituted with a tawny Port or Madeira.
- Store leftover cheese wrapped in wax paper in the refrigerator.
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