CHEESE

CHEESE

1. What is cheese

   • Cheese is a concentrated dairy product made from milk curds.

2. Storing cheese

   • First off, air is cheese's worst enemy. When cheese is exposed to air, mold forms
   • The best way to store cheese is to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Then, place the wrapped cheese in a plastic storage bag, ensuring all air is removed. Store in refrigerator.
   • Do not store cheese with other strong-smelling foods it absorbs odours

3. Nutrients in cheese

   • Protein
   • Fat
   • Calcium
   • Vitamins A, D and B-complex

4. Usefulness to the caterer

   • As a main dish (cheese soufflé, macaroni cheese)
   • To flavour sauces
   • As a snack
   • As a garnish
   • As appetisers (part of cocktail , savoury kebabs)