What is it?

Comte is made from unpasteurized (raw) cow’s milk and comes from the Franche-Comté region of Eastern France. The rind is light brown in color and the interior is usually creamy yellow that is occasionally studded with tiny air pockets. It is a firm cheese, aged up to a year, with a nutty, slightly sweet flavor, and pairs well with rustic, assertive red wines.

Don’t have it?

Use Gruyere instead.

Recipes

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  Potato and Caramelized Onion Gratin

  Caramelized onions add a touch of sweetness to a classic potato gratin. Though Comté, a nutty and complex French cheese made in the Jura Mountains, is worth seeking out, Gruyère…

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  Cheesy Hasselback Potato Gratin

  We all love potato gratin, correct? The creamy, layered casserole of potatoes and cream with a crisp browned top. We also love Hasselback potatoes, those cute side dishes achieved by…

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  Caramelized Onion Cheeseburgers

  Burgers just got better with the addition of tender sweet onions, melted cheese, and tangy lemon-Dijon mayonnaise.

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  Grilled Mushroom, Arugula & Comté Salad

   

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  Tomato, Corn & Cheese Galette with Fresh Basil

  Because this dough has the added crunch and texture of cornmeal, it's a bit more difficult to roll out, so be a little more generous when flouring your work surface.…