{"product_id":"kasseri-cheese-matis-2-25-lb","title":"Kasseri Cheese - Matis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKasseri Cheese from Matis, 2.25 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a delightful Greek semi-hard cheese that’s like the fun, stretchy cousin of your favorite melting cheeses—think a milder, more adventurous Provolone or a less intense Cheddar with Mediterranean vibes!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLooks \u0026amp; Texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePicture a smooth, pale yellow to creamy gold block (or wheel) with a resilient, springy bounce. It’s part of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epasta filata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e family (those pulled-curd cheeses), so it’s chewy yet smooth—not crumbly like feta. Straight from the fridge, it’s waxy and firm; let it come to room temp and it turns pleasantly oily and sliceable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste Adventure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMild, buttery, and slightly tangy with a subtle hint of olive or milky sweetness. Young versions are sweeter and delicate; as it ages, it gets a bit saltier and more piquant (like a “cheddar of the Balkans”). It’s aromatic but not overpowering—perfectly balanced for cheese lovers who want flavor without the funk.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy It’s Fun to Eat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaganaki Star\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: The ultimate flaming cheese! Slice it thick, dust with flour, pan-fry until golden and gooey, then hit it with lemon juice and shout “Opa!” as it hits the table. Melty magic guaranteed.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTable Hero\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Cube it for mezze platters with olives, tomatoes, and crusty bread. Grate or shred it over pizzas, pastas, omelets, or Greek pies (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekasseropita\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) for extra richness—it’s a fantastic mozzarella upgrade.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnacking Joy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Thin slices in sandwiches or grilled for a killer grilled cheese with a twist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brand hails from Trikala, Greece, and this ~2.25 lb log (about 36 oz) is a solid, practical size for home cooks or parties—enough to share but not overwhelm your fridge.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePro tip: Pair it with a crisp white wine, ouzo, or a bold red. It’s sheep’s milk (sometimes with a bit of goat’s), so it’s rich and satisfying. Bring this to your next gathering and watch it disappear faster than you can say “yum”! 🧀🇬🇷\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43258954907737,"sku":"MATIS-KASSERI-2-25LB","price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/4466\/5689\/files\/IMG-5464.webp?v=1777116926","url":"https:\/\/thetablegourmet.com\/products\/kasseri-cheese-matis-2-25-lb","provider":"The Table Gourmet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}