Cheddar cheese is one of the most popular cheeses in the United States, vying for the top spot with mozzarella, and originates from Cheddar Gorge in the village of Cheddar in Somerset, England ...

Cheddar cheese is usually labeled according to its "sharpness." Dr. Michael Tunick, author of "The Science of Cheese," explains the reason for this flavor grading. Here is a transcript of the video.

The earliest record of cheddar anywhere is at Cheddar, in Somerset, in 1170 . The land around this village has been at the heart of English cheesemaking since the 15th century. Today, as many ...