noun
- A hard, pale yellow cheese made from sheep's milk, originating in Greece and Cyprus.
Usage: Also spelled 'kephalotiri' or 'kefalotyri cheese'; Often used in Mediterranean cuisine
Examples
- Kefalotyri is a traditional Greek cheese known for its high melting point.
- The restaurant served fried kefalotyri as an appetizer.
- Kefalotyri cheese is commonly grated over pasta dishes in Mediterranean cooking.
- This aged kefalotyri has a sharp, salty flavor.
- Many Greek tavernas feature saganaki, which is often made with kefalotyri.