A semi-hard cheese made from cow's milk that is native to Sweden. Similar in appearance and taste to a Swiss cheese, Greve has a dense creamy texture with large holes throughout. Cream colored, it provides aa sweet, nutty flavor that becomes more intense as it ages. This cheese ripens in 10 months and is commonly served as a snacking or table cheese. It is also a good grating and melting cheese. Greve may also be referred to as Gréveost.