Is fontina cheese

[Pau]

similar to cheddar???

[not2late]

Not really. It's a semi-firm cheese, that's rather mild, like mozzarrella or provolone, but creamier in flavor than either of those.

This site has substitutes to use for fontina.

http://www.foodsubs.com/Chesfirm.html

[MotherOfGizmo]

Don't know if this helps Pau.

Fontina (fon TEE nuh)

Best for snacking, in cooking.

Description: Semisoft to firm texture, depending on the age, with small holes; ivory with a wax rind; pleasant aroma with a delicate to full flavor.

Cheddar
Best for cubing, shredding, slicing, snacking, in cooking.

Description: Firm, smooth texture; white to orange; mild to sharp flavor.

[Pau]

OK! now I know :nod
Thank´s :wave

[Heidi3]

omg fontina is a wonderful smooth cheese I love it for desert ....it is so good ......