Diane Foster
Beginner cheese-making kits offer an easy entry into the world of homemade cheese, providing all the necessary ingredients, tools, and step-by-step instructions. These kits typically include rennet, citric acid, cheese cultures, cheese salt, molds, thermometers, and cheesecloth, simplifying the process for novices. Cheese-making is an ancient art that has captured the fascination of food enthusiasts … Read more
France’s annual cheese festivals, such as Salon International de l’Agriculture and Cheese Dairy Show in Rhône-Alpes, offer a unique opportunity to explore diverse French cheeses. Visitors can sample varieties like Brie, Roquefort, and Comté, attend workshops, and enjoy cultural activities, making these festivals a must-visit for cheese enthusiasts. Cheese aficionados and gastronomy enthusiasts around the … Read more
Why is Mozzarella So Bland? When eaten alone, mozzarella seems to lack any distinctive flavor. It feels like something essential is missing. What is the purpose of cheese that doesn’t have a pleasant taste? And yet, if you look at many Italian restaurant menus, they often have a Caprese salad listed, which is simply mozzarella, … Read more
What Makes Mozzarella Cheese Go Moldy So Quickly? You might have observed that mozzarella molds faster than other cheeses. Even when left unopened, mozzarella can develop an unappetizing orange hue, making it look quite unappealing. It’s similar to other fresh cheeses, such as chèvre and ricotta. Unlike firmer cheeses, mozzarella lacks preservatives. It is best stored … Read more
What is Blue Cheese Dressing? Although both blue cheese dressing and ranch dressing are commonly used as salad dressings, blue cheese dressing can be incorporated into a wider variety of dishes. It pairs excellently with chicken or turkey. Additionally, it enhances the flavor of sandwiches and wraps and serves as a great companion for garlic … Read more
What is the Science Behind Brie? As you may know, Brie should have a soft, almost fluffy white rind, so if it turns brown, it could indicate an issue. Before addressing the cause of this browning, let’s first explore the reason behind Brie’s white color. Interestingly, the rind is made up of mold that has … Read more
Can You Eat Orange Mozzarella? You’re just about to prepare a delicious pizza or salad when you notice that your mozzarella has turned orange! What could have caused this change, and is it still safe to eat orange mozzarella? While it may appear unusual and unappetizing, it is completely safe to consume. The orange color … Read more
What is Mozzarella Water, and Can You Drink It? Mozzarella water can indeed be just plain water, as its primary function is to keep the cheese moist. Since mozzarella itself is quite mild in flavor, storing it in water won’t impart any taste to the liquid. However, when mozzarella is kept in brine, the situation … Read more
A Slice of Americana: Why Orange Cheddar Will Always Have a Special Place in Our Hearts (and Stomachs) In America, cheddar cheese is orange due to annatto, a natural food coloring from the achiote tree seeds, added to achieve a consistent color year-round. This tradition mimics the natural hue from cows’ milk high in beta-carotene … Read more
Can You Eat Cheese With White Stuff On It? The white specks you might encounter on cheddar cheese, both on the surface of a block or in pre-shredded varieties, are actually calcium lactate crystals. Consider these a mark of quality! These calcium deposits are a natural byproduct of aging in cheddar (and many other cheeses), … Read more