A mild, nutty, pale-yellow cheese with distinctive holes (“eyes”), most commonly referring in the U.S. to a mass-produced version of Emmental. It has a firm texture, no rind, and is widely used in sandwiches, melts, and cheese boards.

Key Characteristics
Origin: Switzerland
Milk source: Cow's milk.
Texture: Firm, smooth, slightly elastic.
Color: Pale yellow, shiny surface.
Flavor: Mild, sweet, nutty, not sharp.
Aging: From 4 to 12 months.