Making Cheese
The process of cheese making begins by allowing the milk to thicken and separate into its solid (curds) and liquid (whey) components. This process is hastened by the addition of gelling agents, or a souring liquid such as vinegar.
Once the milk has separated, the curds are collected and drained. At this point, the cheese is "fresh" or "unripened." Cottage and ricotta are popular varieties of fresh cheese.
The Ripening of Cheese
In order to become "ripened," the curds are cured by heating, soaking, or adding bacteria, and then left under specific environmental conditions to "age." As a general rule, the longer a cheese is aged, the harder it becomes.
Cheese Ball Recipe
Holiday Cheeseball Recipe
This is a very short video that is showing viewers how to make a cheese ball for hte upcoming holiday season. Whether it be for Christmas, Easter, Valentines Day or Thanksgiving, this easy to make cheese ball can be added to the menu. The host start with blending the cheese and adding preferred spices, ending with a festive cheese ball that can be added to any holiday table.
Where to buy Cheese
References
Fast Facts
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Most popular cheese
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Benefits
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Acid
Many cheeses contain little lactose
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Cheese Production
U.S. produces 30% of world's cheese
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Serving Suggestion
All cheeses taste best when served at room temperature
