With its sticky rind, soft inside made of raw cow's milk, and the deliciously haunting barnyard fragrance it leaves on the tip of your fingers, Époisses is the most famous of the French “funky” cheeses and a favorite of mine. Whenever I see it on the "buy it now before it stinks out the store" half-price shelf at Murray's Cheese I pick up a wheel. I love to let it come to room temperature then drag a crusty crust of bread through its gooey goodness. If I have more time I'll make Époisses Toast. However, this practice sometimes leads to leftovers. Read More
