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Yes, paraffin, along with most waxes, is edible.

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What the red skin used on Edam Cheese other than wax is and is it edible?

It's probably wax or mold, but if it's not, I'm sure it's also edible, as people are used to eating the red covering of cheese.


What is edam cheese coated with?

Wax (or plastic).


How do you remove the wax from an aged Edam cheese ball?

A strong thumbnail and patience.


Where does dutch edam come from?

Dutch Edam cheese originates from the town of Edam in the Netherlands. It is made from cow's milk and is known for its distinctive round shape and red wax coating. Edam cheese is famous for its mild, nutty flavor and smooth texture.


Where does Edam cheese come from in holand?

Edam cheese is a semi-hard cheese with a lower fat content than other cheeses. It has a slight salty or nutty flavor and almost no smell. As Edam cheese ages, the flavor becomes sharp and the cheese hardens. Edam travels well as it does not spoil.Edam cheese is traditionally sold in spheres with a pale yellow interior and a coat of red paraffin wax.Edam cheese originated in the Netherlands and is named for the town of Edam in the province of North Holland.


What Cheese from the Netherlands is yellow and has a red covering?

Edam. The red cover is actually red wax. It's what Babybel cheese is made out of.


How is edam cheese made?

Edam cheese is made backwards.


Is wax on brie cheese edible?

Yes, but it's not meant for eating. So no, but it is edible.


How is edam made?

Edam cheese is made backwards.


Is Edam cheese a Swiss cheese?

Mild and creamy with a strong scent of feet


Can I freeze Edam?

can edam cheese be stored in yhe freezer


What is the name of the red coated cheese round as aball?

You are probably thinking of Edam, though there may be others that have a similar package. Edam is coated in red wax and looks somewhat like a large apple when sliced.