Stilton
Stilton is named after an English village where it was sold to travellers from the 18th century, even though it was never made there. Only six dairies in three counties are allowed to produce it. It is traditionally served at Christmas in England.
- Milk: Cow
- Family: Blue
- Origin: Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, United Kingdom
- Best season: October – January
Ripening
Ripened for at least 9 weeks, pierced to let in air.
What to serve it with
A pear and walnuts, or a chutney