Dairy · Food pairing guide
What goes with Raclette?
Raclette is a semi-hard Swiss and French washed-rind cheese produced from whole cow's milk. Traditional Raclette du Valais AOP is made from raw milk and matured until the paste becomes supple, elastic and highly suited to heating. Its relatively high moisture content and balanced fat-to-protein ratio support smooth flow and cohesive melting when the cheese is heated gently.
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Pairing principles
What pairs well with Raclette?
Raclette combines creamy richness, moderate saltiness, gentle lactic sweetness and a lightly savoury washed-rind aroma. Potatoes and other starchy foods absorb and extend its richness, acidic pickles refresh the palate, and cured meats add savoury contrast. Mild mushrooms reinforce earthiness, while restrained herbs and pepper provide aromatic lift without obscuring the cheese.
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