This cheese has a slightly misleading name as it has nothing to do with the county of Shropshire. In fact, it originated in Scotland in the 1970s before its production was transferred to Leicestershire.

Made in a similar way to Stilton, it is a soft cheese with a sharp, strong flavour that takes between six and eight weeks to mature. Orange in colour with blue veining, it enjoys a slightly tangy aroma. A delicious accompaniment to Shropshire Blue worth trying is a simple cup of tea - making it ideal for an afternoon or early evening snack.