Edam production, 19th century artwork. Cheese maker kneading and moulding Edam cheese in the Netherlands. Cheese is a processed food made from proteins and fat present in milk. Edam is made from cow's milk, and is traditionally sold in spheres using moulds such as those seen here. Engraving from 'Grands Hommes et Grands Faits de l'Industrie' (Great Men and Great Facts of Industry), published in France circa 1880.