Diane Foster
How Does Cream Cheese Add to the Taste and Texture of Sushi? Maybe you have never actually wondered why there is cream cheese in your sushi roll. You just take it for granted that there is a creamy, tangy flavor that you can’t quite identify. But when you think about it, it’s pretty weird to … Read more
What is the Science Behind Melting Cheese? Before I get specifically into why mozzarella sticks explode, it’s helpful to understand the science behind how the cheese melts. It’s a bit complicated, so stick with me! Essentially, cheese is a combination of protein, fat, and water. The proteins are called caseins, and when rennet is added to … Read more
Which Sauces Go Well with Mozzarella Sticks? So, you have your crunchy mozzarella sticks heating up nicely to melt that delicious gooey cheese, but aren’t you bored of serving them with marinara sauce all the time? There must be alternatives that go well with mozzarella sticks! After experimenting with several options, I am pleased to … Read more
What Are the Best Meat Pairings for Provolone Cheese? How do you eat your provolone? On its own as a snack, or maybe in a grilled sandwich, or perhaps as a topping on pizza? Provolone has a mild, nutty flavor and is an incredibly versatile cheese. So, if you have been wary of trying to … Read more
What is the Science Behind the Holes in Swiss Cheese? To understand whether you can make Swiss cheese without holes, we need to know how they got there in the first place! I only recently wondered this when eating some delicious Emmental, hence why I have written this article. So, the first thing you need … Read more
Why Does the Smell of Provolone Cheese Matter? Knowing whether your food has gone off and shouldn’t be eaten should be a prime concern for your health and safety. When it comes to cheese, then using the smell as an indicator can be somewhat difficult. As you are aware, most cheese has a strong smell, … Read more
What Makes Provolone a Good Melting Cheese? So, you can guess by the heading of this section that I think that provolone is a good melting cheese! Let’s find out why. When it comes to melting, the texture of the cheese is important. And it needs to slice or shred easily. Provolone fits the bill … Read more
What Are the Reasons for the Ban on Camembert in America? To understand why Camembert is banned in the United States, you need to know how it is processed. Traditionally, it is made from raw milk that has not been pasteurized. Let me explain how pasteurization works in case you are not familiar with it. … Read more
What Does Brie Look Like? If you are not too familiar with brie, you may have seen it and wondered if it was supposed to look furry. Its appearance can be a bit off-putting and weird. But don’t be alarmed, this is completely normal, and brie is created to be fuzzy! Speaking personally, it’s one … Read more
Slimming World: How Many Dairylea Triangles? If you are trying to lose weight, you may think that cheese is off the menu. And for me, that is something I would struggle with; it’s my favorite food, hence this website! But what about those tasty Dairylea triangles? No harm there, surely? After all, they are barely … Read more