Marvellous Mozzarella

Mozzarella is a fresh tasting, firm but creamy curd cheese that is often added to pizza toppings or pasta bakes as it melts easily. Traditionally made from buffalo’s milk, but now more commonly produced using cows’ milk due to high demand, you can make tasty Mozzarella in your own home.

The first Mozzarella was made near Naples, Italy, and legend has it that it originally came about by accident when cheese curds fell into a pail of hot water, although it has also been attributed to third century Italian Monks who gave out “Mozza’ to the poor.

For a traditional Italian salad, slice Mozzarella and ripe tomatoes, drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the top and add torn basil leaves and a little salt to taste.

Need a supply of fresh Mozzarella? Then simply make your own – it’s easier than you think!

At Moorlands, we’re pleased to offer a complete Mozzarella Cheese Kit containing full instructions, dial thermometer, cheese curds, citric acid and vegetarian rennet – just add milk and a little of your time! Click here to order your kit.

To view other cheesemaking kits that we offer, please visit www.cheesemaking.co.uk