“Your ultimate beginner’s guide for cheesemaking 101”
Haloumi is a Greek semi-hard and unripened cheese made from a mixture of goat’s milk, sheep’s milk, and sometimes cow’s milk. It has a stretchy and rubbery texture and has a high melting point, making it a great cheese for frying and grilling. Haloumi also does well in hot weather because the salt on its…
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Provolone is an Italian cheese originating in Southern Italy. It is made from cow’s milk. This cheese is like mozzarella and is traditionally smoked. Provolone has a smooth, pliable and creamy interior. It has a light yellow color and it does not crumble when cut. It also has an agreeable flavor. The cheese comes in…
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Butterkase is a creamy, semi-soft cheese with a golden rind. It has a subtle, savory and buttery flavor that will make you crave for more. It makes a great cheese for fondue and goes well with sharper flavored cheeses like cheddar and gruyere. With its short aging period and simple process, Butterkase is a great…
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Manchego is a firm cheese with a compact consistency and buttery texture, originating from the La Manchega region in Spain. It often contains small and unevenly distributed air pockets. This cheese is traditionally made from sheep’s milk, but you can also make it with cow’s or goat’s milk. If you opt to use cow’s milk,…
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Limburger is a washed rind cheese with a pale yellow color and an orange rind. At one month maturation, this delectable cheese sports a firm, crumbly and salty taste just like Feta. As it ripens to six weeks, Limburger softens at the corner, but the center remains firm, chalky and salty. At two months, this…
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Gouda is a semi hard cow’s milk cheese that originated from the Netherlands. It has a sweet, creamy, caramel-like, full-bodied flavor and a dense, springy texture. This cheese has a high fat and moisture content, making it a great melting cheese! Longer aged gouda cheese becomes harder and develops a stronger nutty and buttery flavor….
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Cotswold cheese is a creamy, buttery cheese from England, known for its sweet, mild flavour and crumbly, firm texture. This recipe is a variation of Double Gloucester style cheese and features the addition of dried onion and chives. If you’re interested in cheese making and want to try a classic from the UK, follow this…
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Making your own Derby cheese is a rewarding way to enjoy a classic semi hard cheese from England. Derby cheese is a mild, semi hard cheese made from cow’s milk, known for its slightly higher moisture content and softer body compared to cheddar. Its pale golden colour and subtle, buttery flavour make it a favourite…
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Making queso fresco is a straightforward way to enjoy a fresh cheese that’s widely used in Latin American dishes and gaining popularity in Australia. This soft, mild cheese is traditionally made from cow’s milk and is known for its creamy texture and slightly salty taste. Queso fresco can be enjoyed on its own or added…
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Feta cheese is a soft cheese known for its crumbly texture and salty, tangy flavour. Traditionally produced in Greece, feta is often used in Greek salad, pastries, and a variety of dishes, either served on its own or with olives and olive oil. Feta is typically crumbled or sliced and can be enjoyed with vegetables,…
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What is Camembert cheese Camembert cheese is a type of soft, cow’s milk cheese with a bloomy rind. This cheese originated in France, specifically in the Normandy region, in the village of Camembert. The first Camembert was created by Marie Harel in 1791, using raw cow’s milk. Today, both raw milk and pasteurised cow’s milk…
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Types of Butter A lot of people love butter. Aside from spreading it over artisan bread, this food can also be used for cooking different types of cuisine, from savoury dishes like mashed potatoes to baked goods such as pie crusts and pound cakes. Butter pairs well with chicken, pork, beef, and various types of…
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