Cheeses

The taste of homemade cottage cheese is like night and day when compared to the pasteurized version found in the dairy aisle of your grocery market. There are cultures in raw milk that add flavor...

Does the thought of smoked Gouda set your taste buds on fire, or will plenty of cream cheese on a bagel satisfy your need for cheese? Whichever you prefer, explore your passion for this delicious...

Mozzarella is a semi-soft, sliceable Italian cheese. Traditionally, Mozzarella cheese was made from water buffalo milk.However,with the evolution of cheese making technology, Mozzarella cheese...

When people hear the word "curd," they think of Little Miss Muffet eating her curds and whey, or they think of curdled milk. Then they dismiss the idea of eating curds altogether. This bias is...

Although most mozzarella cheese is made from cow's milk, it can also be made from Goat's milk. I use whole goat's milk which makes delicious Mozzarella.

Cheese occupies many roles in the culinary world, ranging from a simple sandwich ingredient to a sophisticated complement to fine wine. The process of cheese-making might seem daunting and...

Curd is made from milk. It is the solid components of milk that are separated out. It is composed of protein, butterfat, lactose and minerals. The ratio of the components in the milk varies from...

In about an hour, you can make budget gourmet cheese without rennet or special equipment, using any milk you want (from budget milk on sale to special organic gourmet grass-fed milk) and favorite...

Making your own soft, spreadable cheese from scratch not only can be less expensive than buying commercial brands, but it often tastes better. You can add your own flavoring from fresh or dried...

Homemade cheese is a lot easier to make than most people think and tastes so fresh there is no reason not to always keep some on hand. It tastes great on bread or sprinkled on salad, but...

Making fresh mozzarella cheese at home is not only quick and easy, but very fun to learn something new. Each week I'm able to make a batch of cheese with organic milk, which is about 1/2 the price...

Cheese is one of the world's oldest foods. Different types of cheese are made with different processes, but all cheese begins by separating milk into two components: curds and whey. ...

Nearly one billion pounds of cottage cheese is consumed each year in the United States. Its popularity is a result of the public's perception of cottage cheese as a health food. Cottage cheese has...

In the culinary arts, there are few foods as important as cheese. There are many types of cheese, used in a wide array of dishes. There are mild and sharp cheeses, smooth and creamy varieties and...

Learn how to make cheese at home with a few simple ingredients.

The first cheeses were made at home for fresh consumption, and basket cheese is one version of this simple food. Basket cheese is named simply after the container it is put in to drain and ripen....

Who does not love mozzarella cheese? It is great to eat on its own or with a little basil, vinegar, oil and tomato. We melt it on our sandwiches and use it on our pasta. Fresh mozzarella does cost...

Feta cheese is a delicious and versatile cheese that is used in a variety of dishes. This article will teach you how to make authentic Greek Feta cheese.

Quark is a smooth, fresh, unripened cheese with a flavor and texture similar to cream cheese and ricotta. It is a common European cheese and is used in baking and cooking, and also as a fresh...

This ricotta recipe is one of the easier cheeses to make. The ingredients must be cooked slowly and carefully so that the ricotta cheese forms properly. Once the ricotta is made, it must be used...

Mozzarella cheese is commonly used in pizza, lasagna and some salads, such as caprese. While mozzarella is found in most grocery stores, the texture and taste may not be as good as the fresh...

Goat cheese is a delicacy often used in many wonderful European dishes. This cheese can be pricey and somewhat enigmatic in quality. However if you learn how to make this fabulous cheese, then...