Blue cheese

Queso azul is a Spanish term that translates to 'blue cheese' in English. This is a general term for cheeses that have had cultures of the mold Penicillium added so that the final product is spotted or veined throughout with blue, blue-grey or blue-green mold, and carries a distinct smell. Such cheeses can range from mild to sharp in flavor, and are often enjoyed with fruits, like pears and apples. Within this category, there are many specific kinds of blue cheese, each with their own distinct flavors, including but not limited to Gorgonzola, Roquefort and Stilton.

Example sentences using: queso azul

Me encanta el queso azul en mis ensaladas.

I love blue cheese in my salads.

This phrase expresses a personal preference for blue cheese as an ingredient in salads.

El queso azul tiene un sabor muy fuerte.

Blue cheese has a very strong flavor.

This phrase describes the distinctive and potent taste characteristic of blue cheese.

Vamos a comprar queso azul para la cena.

We are going to buy blue cheese for dinner.

This phrase indicates a plan to purchase blue cheese as part of the meal preparation.