1. A Norwegian cheese with a caramel color and slightly sweet, nutty flavor, made from whey and often used in Scandinavian cuisine.
Usage: Also spelled 'geitost' or 'brunost'; Primarily used in culinary contexts; Common in Norwegian and Scandinavian food culture

Examples

• Gjetosts is a traditional Norwegian cheese served on open-faced sandwiches.
• The distinctive caramel color of gjetosts comes from the whey used in its production.
• Many Scandinavian breakfast tables feature thin slices of gjetosts with bread and jam.
• Gjetosts has a creamy texture and a mildly sweet taste that sets it apart from other cheeses.
• You can find gjetosts in specialty food stores that carry Scandinavian products.