Common types of cheese include American, cheddar and Swiss. But there are so many more to sample, each worth a try. Related: 14 Popular Types of Beans ...

With a cheese wire, you can slice a variety of shapes depending on the type cheese — disks, cubes, rectangles, and triangles. With long, round logs like Bucheron, disks are a great cutting method.

Because mozzarella is such a versatile cheese, it is a great one to pair with other types of cheeses. It also pairs well with other ingredients.

Why does Swiss cheese have holes? – Owen F., age 13, Belmont, Massachusetts There are thousands of kinds of cheese, each with its own color, shape, nutritional value, flavor and texture.