There is a variety of Edam cheese that is smooth and solid with a mild flavor. It is coated in red paraffin, which gives it a distinctive appearance.
Gouda is a wheel-shaped cheese originating from the Netherlands. Similar in texture and taste to Edam, Gouda is flatter in shape, with a yellow rind and much larger, weighing around 9 pounds. It is a popular cheese to use in cooking due to its excellent properties. Additionally, small Goudas weighing about 1 pound also exist. Gouda cheese boasts a smooth, mellow flavor.