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Chanco
Country of origin Chile
Town Chanco
Source of milk Cows
TextureSemi-hard
Named after Chanco
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Chanco is Chilean cow's milk cheese originally from the Chanco farm in Maule Region. Now it is produced all over south- central Chile, and represents almost 50% of Chilean cheese consumption. It is a semi-hard ripened cheese with reduced lactose content and soft consistency.

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