How Are Mozzarella Pearls Made? (Solved!)

Fresh Cantaloupe with Prosciutto and Pearl mozzarella salad

Mozzarella Pearls: How Are They Made? I love these cute little mozzarella pearls and have found so many uses for them. But it was only recently that I started wondering how they are made, so that’s why I looked into the subject!  The actual cheesemaking process is the same as when making the larger mozzarella … Read more

Can You Eat the Rind on Brie? (Explained!)

camembert cheese or brie cheese on wooden cutting board

Is It Okay to Eat the Rind of Brie? Brie is undoubtedly a delicious, creamy French cheese, but it does divide opinions when it comes to eating the rind. I enjoy it, but I know others remove it, perhaps without having tried it! Let’s find out what the rind is made from, and see if … Read more

Can You Cook Mozzarella Sticks in the Microwave? (Answered!)

Homemade Deep Fried Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara Sauce

Is It Possible to Microwave Mozzarella Sticks? Although mozzarella sticks don’t take too long in the oven, microwaving them would be even quicker. So, what are the potential downfalls, will it even work? Thankfully, yes, it’s perfectly possible to microwave mozzarella sticks, but there are some things you need to be aware of. First of … Read more

Cheese Swap Showdown: Testing Whether Provolone Works in Chicken Parmesan

Baked chicken with parmesan and mozzarella

For Chicken Parmesan, Can I Substitute Provolone for Mozzarella? If you love Chicken Parmesan, also known as Chicken Parmigiana, then you are probably familiar with the recipe. Mozzarella is usually the preferred cheese and sits on top of the crispy chicken and tomato-based marinara sauce, ready to melt into delicious goodness!  But what if you haven’t … Read more

Baby Food Breakthrough: Discovering Whether Dairylea Triangles Are Safe for Your Little One

Baby boy eating bread and cucumber

Can Babies Eat Dairylea Triangles? Would you like to share your tasty cheese snack with your baby but are not sure it’s safe? Let’s look at some facts. In general, babies can eat Dairylea Triangles or other brands of processed cheese, such as Laughing Cow. Typically, around the ages of six to eight months, when … Read more

Why Is Provolone Cheese So Expensive? (Explained!)

italian wraps with hard salami, lettuce, provolone cheese and roasted pepper

What Makes Provolone Cheese So Expensive? Provolone cheese is undoubtedly delicious and perfect for baked ziti, roulades, or quesadillas. But unfortunately, the price might put you off from using it, as it is quite expensive. What makes provolone cheese so special to justify the high cost? The number one reason is that it can only … Read more