Teleme (Turkish) or Telemea[source needs translation] (Romanian pronunciation: [teleˈme̯a]) is the name of a traditional cheese made of ewe's milk. The term encompasses cheese made out of cow milk and more often, sheep milk. As is the case in Greek feta, Bulgarian or Macedonian sirene, and Serbian sir, Telemea can have a higher water content, making it a semi-soft, white cheese with a creamy texture and a tangy aftertaste. Alternatively, the cheese is put through an ageing process that makes it crisper and more flavoured. It is used as a table cheese for snacks, in salads and in a variety of dishes (e.g., omelettes, crepes, pies).