Gervais

/ʒɛrˈveɪ/ noun

Definition

a soft, creamy French cheese made from cow's milk with a subtle flavor, often eaten plain or with jam or honey.

Etymology

Named after the village of Gervais in Normandy, France, where this style of cheese originated. French surnames often become cheese names when associated with a particular region's production.

Kelly Says

Gervais is so soft and mild that French people often eat it on toast with jam for breakfast—it shows how different food cultures are; what seems like a dessert to Americans is a regular breakfast for the French!

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