Cheese is a food derived from milk of various mammals –
cows, sheep, goats and buffalo, that is produced in a wide variety of flavors,
textures and forms. Cheese making may
have begun by pressing and salting of curdled milk in order to better preserve
it. Cheese produced in the cooler
climates of Europe required less salt for preservation. With less salt and acidity, cheese then
became an environment for aging and interesting flavors.
Some popular cheeses and uses:
Mozzarella – pizza, lasagna
Cheddar – hamburgersParmesan – prepared pasta entrees or with sliced apples and pears
Monterey Jack – dips, casseroles, fish and chicken entrees
Swiss – hamburgers/sandwiches
Provolone – omelets, pizza, fondue, appetizers
Feta – Greek cuisine/salads
Gouda – pasta, soups, appetizers
Asiago – pasta, rice, soup, appetizers
