Even so, it does near enough to make a good topper on my chili and far better than the gruyere suggested by a Manor employee showing the delights of Old El Paso stuff making fajitas and such.
I'd rather have Monterrey Jack (or a mix of sharp cheddar and jack) in both cases but as I've not seen it here at all, one must make do.
Now, if you happen to shop just across the border, where Geant and Leclerc both have about 300 types of cheese (and not only the prepackaged ones) then from the more common ones, avoid Munster and Reblochon, both smell like reallly old socks (taste yum though). If you want a traditional mild sandwich cheese, go for Fol Epi.
Nicky, I'm very sorry my post sounded condescending. That was not my intention.
It's a bit like talking about wine. Many people like a good wine, and most of them may be perfectly happy with a nice bottle from Denner, where you can find a few fairly classy tipples. However, true connoisseurs prefer something at a higher level and can tell the difference any time. However, just like you and me, most of them won't use a Château Lafite Rothschild for cooking either.
I rather have no wine at all than a mediocre one. Same with cheese. You don't need premier crus for cooking, though.
Thanks all! I appreciate your input. I'll write down some of the suggestions for the next time I stop at the market -or look for the market in Marktplatz that sells cheese.
I bought some Migros brand Camembere the other day that went straight in the garbage. It was like drinking window cleaner. But the Leger brie I picked up is the best I've had. I've learned that I can't go wrong with asiago, or the traditional swiss cheese with holes but miss some of the stronger cheddars from the US, Ireland & Canada. On that note Canadian cheddars are terrific but I don't expect to find much of that around here.
I was going to ask where to find a decent hamburger but it seems that subject has been covered extensively.