Bleu cheese

There are different varieties of bleu cheese that range from strong to mild. It is often considered earthy and pungent.

Think you don't like bleu cheese? Check out these varieties.

Cheddar cheese

Made from cow's milk, cheddar cheese is the most widely purchased and eaten cheese worldwide. It is a hard cheese that is compact and crumbles easily.

Brie cheese

Called the "little black dress" of cheeses, Brie is diverse enough to be sliced, spread or melted.

Mozzarella cheese

Fresh Mozzarella cheese is creamier and softer compared to mass-processed Mozzarella. Fresh varieties should be eaten within a few days as Mozzarella becomes bitter with age.

Feta cheese

Feta cheese has many health benefits including protection against cancer. It is a salty, soft cheese that crumbles easily.

Provolone cheese

This all-purpose Italian cheese is sometimes lightly smoked. Dolce Provolone is aged for two to three months while Piccante Provolone is aged for six to 12 months.

Muenster cheese

Muenster cheese is known for being a soft, white cheese with orange/red coloring around the edges. It is typically made from whole milk, so it is not for those on low-fat diets.

Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano) cheese

Considered to be among the top cheeses by cheese connoisseurs, Parmesan is a strong cheese with a grainy texture.

Swiss cheese

Swiss is the generic name for several varieties of cheese originally made in Switzerland. It pairs well with fruit, salami, fruit juices and wine.

Asiago cheese

While it looks like Parmesan and Romano, Asiago cheese has a sweet and nutty flavor. As it ages, Asiago gains firmness and sharpness.

Gouda cheese

Gouda is a Dutch cheese named after the city of Gouda in the Netherlands. To enhance its flavor herbs, seasonings and nuts may be blended into Gouda cheese.