Stilton

Stilton is a British blue cheese, traditionally made in Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and Nottinghamshire. It is a semi-crumbly cheese with a distinctive blue-green mould running through it, giving it a strong, pungent flavour. The cheese is made from pasteurised cow's milk and is aged for at least nine weeks.

Stilton is primarily used as a flavouring ingredient in savoury dishes, adding a rich, tangy taste. It is commonly found in soups, sauces, and cheese boards. Manufacturers add it to enhance the overall flavour profile of products like ready meals and pâtés.

Stilton is a dairy product and not a food additive, so it does not have an E-number or require authorisation on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. It is a source of protein and calcium. As with many cheeses, it can be high in salt and fat. The NHS Eatwell Guide advises that fats and sugars should be eaten less often and in small amounts.