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Svježi sir
Svježi sir is a fresh cheese from Croatia, similar to farmer's cheese or cottage cheese. It is made from cow's milk and has a soft, creamy texture with a very mild flavor. This cheese is often used in baking or as a base for dips and spreads, and it can also be seasoned with herbs for extra flavor.
Important Facts
| Country of Origin | Croatia |
| Specific Origin | Around Zagreb |
| Milk Type | Whole, raw cow’s milk (fresh); pasteurized milk (factory-produced) |
| Milk Treatment | Fermented at 77°F |
| Rind | None |
| Texture | Clumpy, soft, fine |
| Flavor | Full, acidic, milky |
| Aroma | Evident but pleasant |
| Colors | Yellowish-white |
| Forms | Squares about 2 × 2 inches, in perforated molds or cheesecloths |
| Age | 24 to 48 hours fermentation |
