The Munster cheese, originating from Alsace and Lorraine, is one of the most appreciated dairy products for its strong taste and texture. Discover 5 ideas for innovative and delicious recipes based on Munster, which you absolutely must know and try! So let yourself be inspired by these unavoidable dishes and take advantage of the season to savor this versatile cheese.
Roasted Munster with Apples and Honey
Who doesn’t love caramelized apples? Why not pair them with Munster cheese and honey to create a unique sweet and salty dish?
Ingredients:
- Munster (200 g)
- 2 Apples
- Liquid honey (30 ml)
- Pieces of walnut
Start by preheating your oven to 180°C. Meanwhile, cut the apples into thin slices after coring them. Remove the crust from the Munster cheese and cut it into small pieces. In an ovenproof dish, place a first layer of apples, add some of the Munster then repeat. Drizzle liquid honey over everything and place a few pieces of walnut on your preparation. Bake for about 20 minutes. You can enjoy this sweet and savory delight with a good crispy baguette.
Munster Bruschetta with Fig Chutney
The bruschettas are very appreciated for a convivial and light meal. For the season, treat yourself to the indispensable Munster version accompanied by its touch of fig chutney.
Ingredients:
- Bread (baguette type)
- Munster
- Fig chutney
Cut a few slices of bread according to your preferences, then toast them lightly. Slice the Munster into thin slices and arrange them on the toasted bread. Put the whole under the broiler for 5 to 10 minutes so that the cheese melts nicely. Enjoy with a few teaspoons of fig chutney to enhance this original and delicious recipe.
Tartiflette with Munster and Smoked Bacon
Think about the winter evenings when you crave comfort and indulgence. Try this variation of the tartiflette, reinterpreted with authentic Alsatian flavors thanks to Munster cheese!
Ingredients:
- Potatoes (800 g)
- 1 Munster
- Smoked bacon bits (200 g)
- Onion
- Garlic
- Fresh cream
Start by pre-cooking your potatoes in water. Meanwhile, sauté the smoked bacon with a minced onion and a chopped garlic clove in a pan. In an oven-safe dish, place the potatoes (peeled if you wish), then add the mixture of bacon and onion. Do not hesitate to generously cover your preparation with a good layer of Munster sliced. Bake for about 30 minutes at 180°C. Add a little fresh cream before serving to add smoothness to this tasty Munster tartiflette.
Thin summer vegetable tart with Munster
Indulge yourself with this light and tasty tart, which highlights summer flavors!
Ingredients:
- 1 puff pastry
- 200 g of Munster
- Zucchini
- Cherry tomatoes
- Garlic
Roll out the puff pastry on a baking tray covered with parchment paper. Sprinkle pieces of garlic and small chunks of Munster cheese all over the surface. Slice the zucchini into thin slices and spread them with the cherry tomatoes cut in half on the pastry. Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes at 220°C. This summer vegetable tart with Munster cheese is perfect for a light dinner on the terrace!
Beer and Munster Soup
Combine the flavors of typical breweries with this original and tasty soup, ideal for an authentic tasting at home.
Ingredients:
- Blonde Beer (500 ml)
- Munster (200 g)
- Onion
- Garlic
- Fresh cream (100 ml)
Finley chop the onion and sauté it in a bit of butter until it is nicely golden. Then add the minced garlic, pour in the blonde beer and let it simmer for a few minutes. Cut the Munster into small pieces and incorporate them into your preparation, stirring regularly over low heat. Off the heat, add the fresh cream and serve hot. With a little touch of finely chopped fresh parsley, you get a true Alsatian starter!
In short, Munster lends itself perfectly to creative recipes, sweet or savory. Don’t hesitate to explore all the possibilities to enjoy this versatile and tasty cheese!