What kind of dish is Catalan traditional dessert Mel i mató?

Mel i Mato is a Catalan dessert made from mató – a fresh cheese found in Catalonia made from cow or goat’s milk without any added salt. It is similar in texture to ricotta cheese although milder in taste and drizzled with honey and nuts.

It is a traditional dessert that dates back to the middle ages when mató cheese was made from just goats milk because cows were too expensive, although it is still widely enjoyed throughout the region.

A common homemade dessert as well as a regular restaurant dish, mel i mató is easily modified with the addition of nuts, jams, and dry or fresh fruit.