Kraftkar
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| Country of origin | Norway |
| Region, town | Tingvoll Municipality |
| Region | Nordmøre |
| Source of milk | Cows |
| Pasteurized | Yes |
| Fat content | 35% |
| Protein content | 23% |
| Dimensions | 18 cm (diameter) |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Aging time | 6 months |
Kraftkar is a Norwegian blue cheese originating from Tingvoll Municipality, Nordmøre. It is made from unskimmed cow's milk and cream, with injected culture of the mold Penicillium roqueforti.[1]
The name Kraftkar (lit. 'strongman') relates to the legendary farmhand Tore Nordbø and his supernatural strength and size.[2]
Produced by the cheesemaker Tingvollost, Kraftkar was first introduced in 2004.[1]
