Including more than 35 step-by-step recipes from the Black Sheep School of Cheesemaking

Most DIY cheesemaking books are hard to follow, complicated, and confusing, and call for the use of packaged freeze-dried cultures, chemical additives, and expensive cheesemaking equipment. For though bread baking has its sourdough, brewing its lambic ales, and pickling its wild fermentation, standard Western cheesemaking practice today is decidedly unnatural. In The Art of Natural Cheesemaking, David Asher practices and preaches a traditional, but increasingly countercultural, way of making cheese--one that is natural and intuitive, grounded in ecological principles and biological science.

This book encourages home and small-scale commercial cheesemakers to take a different approach by showing them:

- How to source good milk, including raw milk;

- How to keep their own bacterial starter cultures and fungal ripening cultures;

- How make their own rennet--and how to make good cheese without it;

- How to avoid the use of plastic equipment and chemical additives; and

- How to use appropriate technologies.

Introductory chapters explore and explain the basic elements of cheese: milk, cultures, rennet, salt, tools, and the cheese cave. The fourteen chapters that follow each examine a particular class of cheese, from kefir and paneer to washed-rind and alpine styles, offering specific recipes and handling advice. The techniques presented are direct and thorough, fully illustrated with hand-drawn diagrams and triptych photos that show the transformation of cheeses in a comparative and dynamic fashion.

The Art of Natural Cheesemaking is the first cheesemaking book to take a political stance against Big Dairy and to criticize both standard industrial and artisanal cheesemaking practices. It promotes the use of ethical animal rennet and protests the use of laboratory-grown freeze-dried cultures. It also explores how GMO technology is creeping into our cheese and the steps we can take to stop it.

This book sounds a clarion call to cheesemakers to adopt more natural, sustainable practices. It may well change the way we look at cheese, and how we make it ourselves.

Longlisted for the André Simon Award for Food Books for 2024

Essential reading for anyone wanting to learn all they can about the ways in which humans, and our domesticates, share this world with microbes.--David Zilber, chef and food scientist; coauthor of The Noma Guide to Fermentation

With recipes for over 80 natural cheeses and complimentary ferments, this groundbreaking, comprehensive book guarantees high-quality results and perfect flavors for every season.

Cheese is milk's destiny. In Milk Into Cheese, cheesemakers at every scale will learn to produce a broad range of traditional cheeses, entirely naturally. Experienced educator, activist, and celebrated natural cheesemaker David Asher introduces the reader to the cultures and practices of cheesemakers, the role our agricultural practices play in making cheese, the biological evolution of cheese, and the transformation of milk into cheese through fermentation.

A perfect companion to David's The Art of Natural Cheesemaking, Milk Into Cheese expands the cheesemaker's tool kit through an exploration of cheesemaking styles from around the world. These natural cheesemaking processes are made simple, in contrast to the complicated, controversial, and confusing world of industrial cheesemaking, with its reliance on freeze-dried cultures, chemical additives, and ever-expanding use of expensive technology.

Milk Into Cheese also celebrates the world's most delicious seasonal hand-made cheeses, including alpine, blue, and milled cheeses. Through gorgeous photography and detailed recipes, David prepares the reader for their own journey into traditional natural cheesemaking. He also shares simple recipes for fermented foods that complement and help us understand cheesemaking better, including pickles, sourdough bread, butter, and salami.

For home, small-scale, and larger-scale cheesemakers, Milk Into Cheese delivers a sophisticated look at the biological science that informs--and the ecological principles that guide--natural cheesemaking.

An inspired how-to guide for the greatest of culinary transformations.--Dan Barber, chef, Blue Hill

In detail and with great passion [Asher explains] the hows and whys of making cheese in traditional and simple ways, based on extensive and broad experience with the incredibly varied ways in which people have, do, and can work with milk.--Sandor Ellix Katz, fermentation revivalist; author of The Art of Fermentation and other fermentation bestsellers

Beginners Become Experts-Cheese Making Made Easy

The Beginner's Guide to Cheese Making is an ideal introduction to making cheese at home. Filled with simple advice and straightforward recipes, this book makes it easy for you to start crafting your own scrumptious cheeses. No experience needed.

Want to customize your cheeses? Discover the best ways to experiment with recipes and change up your creations. You'll also find suggestions for the best beer and wine pairings.

The Beginner's Guide to Cheese Making includes:

• Complete Instructions-You'll know exactly what to do every step of the way thanks to thorough, illustrated guides geared towards new cheese makers.
• Step-by-Step Tracking-Write down your cheese making process on record sheets so you can easily remember or alter recipes on future attempts.
• Cheese is Only the Beginning-Learn how your homemade cheese can become the essential ingredient in savory snack, meal, and dessert recipes.

Become the cheese master (who never has to settle for store-bought) with The Beginner's Guide to Cheese Making.

This revised and updated edition of the best-selling classic by Cheese Queen Ricki Carroll features an expanded selection of cheese recipes, all-new recipes for cooking with cheese, and contemporary cheesemonger profiles.

Widely acclaimed as the Cheese Queen, Ricki Carroll has guided thousands of home cheese makers and inspired the burgeoning popularity of artisanal cheese making with her classic book, Home Cheese Making, first published in 1982, with over 400,000 copies in print.

The completely updated fourth edition features 35 new cheese recipes, color photography of step-by-step techniques, and new profiles of contemporary cheese makers. The additions to this comprehensive volume reflect the broader selection of cheeses available in specialty food stores and groceries, including burrata, stracchino, Brillat-Savarin, D'Affinois, Cambrales, Drunk Gouda, Pecorino Pepato, goat milk's gouda, and more. Companion recipes are included for cheese plate condiments and classic cheese dishes. For cheese lovers wanting to make their own, Ricki Carroll's expert advice is the key to success.

A transporting guide to all things cheese, from how and where it's made to how to truly taste it

Meet Madame Fromage, aka Tenaya Darlington. A charming, witty, deeply knowledgeable and, above all, passionate caseophile--a fancy way of saying cheese lover--she's here to teach us pretty much everything we need to know about choosing cheese, tasting it, pairing it, and sharing it.

Structured around the concept of eight tasting journeys, Madame Fromage takes us on tours through the cheese world. We skydive into fresh cheeses, like chevres, ricotta, and buffalo mozzarella. Trek through the Alpines, with its Emmentalers and Gruyeres. Go spelunking into stinky cheeses like Taleggio, Pont-l'Eveque, and the rank Langres. Take a geological adventure with aged cheeses, including Parmigiano Reggiano and Manchego, and hop on a blue cheese rock 'n' roll tour--with their piercings and weird markings, these funky gorgonzolas, Roqueforts, and Stiltons are the rock stars of the cheese world. They also pair well with bourbon and elevate a burger, not to mention a wedge salad.

Along the way we learn about pasture-raised animals, spend time with fearless cheesemakers, discover tips on creating next-level boards for every style of cheese. And find a bucket-list of 25 greats readers will want to tick off, one by one. For any curd nerd whose eyes light up at the mere mention of triple crème, it's a journey that can't be missed.

A fun and quirky guide to the essential rules for enjoying cheese

The New Rules of Cheese will empower you to choose a more flavorful future, one that supports the small dairies and cheesemakers that further the diverse and resilient landscape we so desperately need.--Dan Barber, chef and co-owner of Blue Hill

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW AND THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

This richly illustrated book from a lauded cheesemonger--perfect for all cheese fans, from newcomers to experts--teaches you how to make a stylish cheese platter, repurpose nibs and bits of leftover cheese into something delicious, and expand your cheese palate and taste cheeses properly. Alongside the history and fundamentals of cheese-making, you'll even learn why cheese is actually good for you (and doesn't make you fat ), find enlightenment on the great dairy debate--pasteurized versus not pasteurized--and improve your cheese vocabulary with a handy lexicon chart.

Gourmet restaurateur and vegan food expert Miyoko Schinner shares her secrets for making homemade nondairy cheeses that retain all the complexity and sharpness of their dairy counterparts while incorporating

nutritious nuts and plant-based milks. Miyoko shows how to tease artisan flavors out of unique combinations of ingredients, such as rejuvelac and nondairy yogurt, with minimal effort. The process of culturing and aging the ingredients produces delectable vegan cheeses with a range of consistencies from soft and creamy to firm.

For readers who want to whip up something quick, Miyoko provides

recipes for almost-instant ricotta and sliceable cheeses, and a variety of tangy dairy substitutes, such as vegan sour cream, cr me fra che, and yogurt. For suggestions on how to incorporate vegan artisan cheeses into favorite recipes, Miyoko offers up delectable appetizers, entr es, and desserts, from caprese salad and classic mac and cheese to eggplant parmesan and San Fran cheesecake.

Tempt Your Taste Buds with 1500 Days of Gourmet Frozen Concoctions

Are you ready to turn your kitchen into a frozen dessert haven?

Ever wondered how to make creamy, indulgent treats with the Ninja Creami?

Eager to explore a world of flavors and textures in your homemade ice creams and sorbets? The Deluxe Ninja Creami Cookbook holds the answers!

Unlock the full potential of your Ninja Creami as this comprehensive guide takes you from mastering essentials to crafting frozen masterpieces. Discover a symphony of flavors and textures with practical tips, thoughtful ingredient preparation, and expert insights. From velvety ice creams to refreshing sorbets, this cookbook offers a diverse collection of recipes suitable for every palate. Elevate your frozen creations with creative mix-ins, precise temperature control, and presentation tips. With step-by-step instructions and a focus on practicality, this cookbook is your key to transforming ordinary ingredients into extraordinary frozen delights. Indulge in the art of frozen perfection!

What parts of the book are included:

Vibrant Visuals---Immerse yourself in a feast for the eyes with a cookbook adorned with stunning, full-color images that capture the essence of each delectable creation.

Abundance of Recipes--- Explore a treasure trove of recipes that cater to diverse tastes. From classic favorites to innovative concoctions, this cookbook offers a broad spectrum of frozen treats to satisfy every craving.

Step-by-Step Guidance---Navigate the world of Ninja Creami with confidence, thanks to detailed step-by-step instructions accompanying each recipe. No guesswork - just clear, concise guidance for perfect results.

Creative Mix-Ins---Delight in the unexpected with recipes featuring creative mix-ins. From crunchy delights to swirls of flavor, each recipe introduces a new dimension to your frozen creations.

Join us on a tantalizing exploration, as we unravel the mysteries of Ninja Creami creations and guide you towards a realm of sweet, frozen mastery.

Discover new and exciting ways to incorporate fresh eggs into your cooking and baking. With the ever-increasing price and scarcity of eggs these proven, delicious, and protein-rich recipes are the best way to make good use of your precious eggs.

Lisa Steele, fifth-generation chicken keeper and founder of the popular blog Fresh Eggs Daily, knows a thing or two about eggs. And she's ready to show you just how easy and delicious it can be to make eggs a staple of every meal.

In The Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook Lisa shares 122 of her go-to recipes with you for everything from breakfast staples to breads, sandwiches, beverages, snacks, soups, salads, pasta, cakes, pies, and condiments. You'll encounter a wide variety of both sweet and savory dishes with Lisa's unique twists including:

• Eggs Benedict
• Classic French Trifold Omelette
• Pannukakku (Finnish Oven Pancake)
• Goat Cheese Frittata with Herbs
• Maple Bacon Scotch Eggs
• Egg Yolk Ravioli
• Baked Eggs in Butternut Squash Rings
• Bacon and Beet Hash
• Hollandaise Sauce
• Homemade Marshmallows
• Boozy Spiced Eggnog

You will also learn 17 foundational techniques for cooking with eggs and preserving methods, including:

• Steaming
• Grilling
• Baking
• Frying
• Salt curing
• Pickling
• and more!

Whether you have a large backyard flock, a small urban chicken coop, or just love finding delicious local eggs, as you read The Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook you will discover new and exciting ways to incorporate fresh eggs into your cooking and baking repertoire each and every day.

Honorable Mention for Excellence in Aesthetic Achievement in the 2022 Readable Feast Awards celebrating the best of New England Food Writing and Cookbooks.

Fresh Eggs Daily blogger Steele lays down as many tips and recipes as her chickens do eggs in this innovative and plucky collection.... This will be hard to beat. - Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

The key to becoming a successful artisan cheesemaker is to develop the intuition essential for problem solving and developing unique styles of cheeses. There are an increasing number of books on the market about making cheese, but none approaches the intricacies of cheesemaking science alongside considerations for preparing each type of cheese variety in as much detail as Mastering Artisan Cheesemaking.

Indeed, this book fills a big hole in the market. Beginner guides leave you wanting more content and explanation of process, while recipe-based cookbooks often fail to dig deeper into the science, and therefore don't allow for a truly intuitive cheesemaker to develop. Acclaimed cheesemaker Gianaclis Caldwell has written the book she wishes existed when she was starting out. Every serious home-scale artisan cheesemaker--even those just beginning to experiment--will want this book as their bible to take them from their first quick mozzarella to a French mimolette, and ultimately to designing their own unique cheeses.

This comprehensive and user-friendly guide thoroughly explains the art and science that allow milk to be transformed into epicurean masterpieces. Caldwell offers a deep look at the history, science, culture, and art of making artisan cheese on a small scale, and includes detailed information on equipment and setting up a home-scale operation. A large part of the book includes extensive process-based recipes dictating not only the hard numbers, but also the concepts behind each style of cheese and everything you want to know about affinage (aging) and using oils, brushes, waxes, infusions, and other creative aging and flavoring techniques. Also included are beautiful photographs, profiles of other cheesemakers, and in-depth appendices for quick reference in the preparation and aging room. Mastering Artisan Cheesemaking will also prove an invaluable resource for those with, or thinking of starting, a small-scale creamery.

Let Gianaclis Caldwell be your mentor, guide, and cheering section as you follow the pathway to a mastery of cheesemaking. For the avid home hobbyist to the serious commercial artisan, Mastering Artisan Cheesemaking is an irreplaceable resource.

Discover the satisfying art of cheese making in this updated edition.

This bestselling book has been designed to help you create wonderful cheeses that approximate the flavors and textures of many cheeses from around the world -- at home in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Discover and indulge in the taste of fresh handmade cheeses and experience the joy of creating outstanding food from a simple ingredient: fresh milk. These excellent recipes feature easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions that take the stress and guesswork out of creating artisanal-quality cheeses at home. You will find recipes for everything from fresh unripened cheeses to aged ones with complex rinds.

An enticing new cover, an all-new 32 page troubleshooting section, new step-by-step photos as well as the new inclusion of preparation times with each recipe will be welcomed by both novice and experienced cheese makers.

Here's a sampling of some of the cheeses you can make:

• Fresh Cheeses traditional Ricotta and fresh goat cheeses
• Stretched-Curd Cheeses Bocconcini, Provolone and Mozzarella
• Mold-Ripened Cheeses Brie, Camembert with Calvados
• Blue-Veined Cheeses Gorgonzola, Roquefort, White Stilton
• Washed-Rind Cheeses Muenster, Brick, Limburger
• Washed-Curd and Semisoft Cheeses Colby, Edam, Fontina
• Semifirm and Hard Cheeses Emmental, Jarlsberg, Cheddar
• Ethnic & Regional Cheeses Feta, Paneer, Domiati
• Yogurt & Kefir Bulgarian-Style Yogurt, Kefir Cheese
• Butter, Buttermilk and Cr me Fra che Orange Honey Butter, Clotted Cream

Rounding out this fantastic book are comprehensive descriptions of basic cheese-making steps and techniques along with information on and illustrations of all the necessary techniques, equipment and tools. It also chronicles the fascinating history of cheese along with serving and presentation instructions.

For ultimate winter indulgence, why not try a fondue! Indulge in fun retro food with a modern twist with this collection of delicious recipes created to share with family and friends.

Starting with the well-known melted cheese fondues from ski resorts around the world, recipes here include classics from the Alps, such as the archetypal Fondue Neuchatel, based on local cheeses and local wines, and the variation Raclette. But there are others, too, such as a Roasted Tomato Fondue and the Italian version, Fonduta and hot oil Fondues to try such as Fondue Bourguignonne. Also included are some delicious lighter choices, like stock fondues where food is cooked in a scented broth - try Fish & Seafood in Saffron & Tomato Broth, and Beef with Horseradish in Red Wine & Juniper Stock. Also included are some up-to-the-minute, stylish Modern Fondues, such as Blue Cheese Fondue with Walnut Grissini. And don't forget the sweet fondues - there's Chocolate with Orange & Chilli, or White Chocolate Fondue with Lemon and Gin.

A gorgeous, meatless foray into halloumi! --Tenaya Darlington, author of Madame Fromage's Adventures in Cheese

A brightly photographed and whimsically designed collection of 40 recipes to get you started cooking with halloumi.

Have you met halloumi? Traditionally made with a combination of sheep's and goat's milk, it's the Cypriot cousin to cheeses like mozzarella and paneer. With a high melting point that means it grills and fries well, it's an excellent meat substitute and a versatile ingredient for those either immersed in or moving toward the vegetarian life--or for anyone looking for a delicious new way to diversify their diet. And now that it's much more widely available in grocery stores, you're going to need ideas. How about . . .

• Halloumi Fries
• Summer Skewers
• Risotto
• Fried Pork Belly
• Winter Salad
• Chili sin Carne
• Tikka Masala

Drawing on a range of cuisines, the 40 recipes in Halloumi span classic favourites, summer salads, comfort dishes, winter warmers, and author Rasmus Zepernick's vegetarian take on some of his family's best-loved meat dishes. With its bright photography and whimsical design, and recipes that rely on basic ingredients and simple methods, the book makes a fun, practical intro to the exciting world of halloumi. Whether you're boosting a simple salad or side dish into a nutritious lunch, or hosting a pack of ravenous vegetarians, you'll find something here to fit the bill.

With probiotic-rich foods increasingly recognized as essential to gut health, yogurt and kefir are gaining popularity as a source of protein and beneficial bacteria. In Homemade Yogurt & Kefir, cheesemaker and small-scale dairy producer Gianaclis Caldwell opens the door for fermentation enthusiasts and dairy devotees to make and use yogurt and kefir in the home kitchen. She explores the many culture choices and techniques for working with cow, goat, sheep, water buffalo, and even some plant milks. Step-by-step instructions cover the basics of making dairy ferments, from necessary equipment to the myriad options for thickening, sweetening, and flavoring. Along with foundational recipes, you'll find instructions for creating different styles of yogurt and kefir as well as other traditional milk ferments from around world, including Icelandic skyr, Asian koumiss, and Finish viili. Techniques for making simple cheeses, butter, whipped cream, and other dairy products using yogurt and milk ferments broaden the possibilities of these probiotic-packed cultures, and a recipe section takes you beyond the expected pairing of yogurt with granola, offering creative ways to use fermented dairy products in sauces, soups, and even cocktails, while preserving their health benefits and flavor. Along the way, pioneering yogurt makers, kefir crafters, and famous chefs who are tapping yogurt's potential for meals and libations, share their wisdom.

A fun and comprehensive introduction to the cheese life, including mouth-watering recipes, creative pairings and expert insight.

As a new wave of artisan cheese appreciation sweeps the globe, The Cheese Life is a must-have companion for any cheese lover. With gloriously gooey recipes, perfectly put-together cheeseboards and mouth-watering flavor pairings, this is everything you need to live the cheese life.

The book begins with an introduction to the wonderful world of cheese, and how to buy, taste and cook with it, followed by over 50 recipes divided into Grill, Melt, Bake and Grate. From Baked Feta with Stewed Peppers & Honey to a Grilled Brie & Mushroom Sandwich, the recipes are creative, indulgent and let the quality and flavor of the cheese shine through. A final section explores the art of the cheeseboard, featuring 5 thematic cheeseboard suggestions, recipes for perfect accompaniments and a simple guide to drink pairing.

Interspersed throughout the book are handy profiles for all key varieties, from mozzarella to halloumi, and nuggets of cheesy wisdom, including what to do with leftover rinds, the importance of temperature and how to store and slice your cheeses.

As founder of much-loved The White Moustache Yogurt company, Homa Dashtaki employs the same traditionally Iranian methods of making yogurt that her family has for generations in her kitchen today. Her passion culminates in inspiring the use of a new ingredient: whey, the liquid gold extracted from straining homemade yogurt. Across 100 recipes ranging from ancient see-rogh to rum cocktails, ghormeh sabzi to lemon meringue pie, Dashtaki weaves in and out of nostalgic and innovative dishes. The result of years of obsessively making yogurt results in a love for every drop of whey that she passes onto home cooks in these recipes. Embrace whey's bright tang in a summer gazpacho or a pitcher of pineapple margaritas. Enjoy the crispy edges it lends to creamy pancakes.

Enlivened by hand-drawn illustrations and dreamy photographs, Yogurt & Whey is a beautiful homage to Iranian yogurt traditions--past, present, and future.

This illustrated beginner's guide covers everything you need to know to start making cheese at home--from tools and techniques to basic milk chemistry.

While the craft of home cheesemaking gains in popularity, most books on the subject gloss over the fundamentals. Mastering Basic Cheesemaking is a complete hands-on guide to making cheese and other fermented dairy products from scratch, geared toward helping the novice cheesemaker get started in their home kitchens.

This fully illustrated practical guide covers topics such as:

• Understanding your ingredients, tools and techniques
• Whipping up instant cheeses such as ricotta and paneer while learning basic milk chemistry
• Progressing to fermented dairy products such as kefir, yogurt and sour cream
• Using bacteria and coagulant to create spreadable and tender cheeses like quark, chevre, cream cheese and American style cottage cheese

Graduating to curdled, aged and ripened cheese--mozzarella, feta, cheddar, gouda, and parmesan.

We officially declare this the book of cheese. . . . The stunningly realistic illustrations are reason alone to buy the guide.
--Saveur, Our Favorite Cookbooks to Gift This Year

A cheese lover's dream, educating aficionados through gorgeous pictures and fun, colorful graphics.
--BookPage

Everything you need to know about the world's great cheeses, including how they're made, their universe of flavors, origins, and terroir. Organized by type, the book features more than 400 cheeses worth knowing--from fresh cheese and pressed cheese to blue cheese, soft cheese, and spreadable cheese. Each includes an an identifying illustration, nuts and bolts like the type of milk and fat content, and a brief, memorable description. Readers will find unexpected cheeses that are best for melting (Hush llsost), best for serving solo (Bovski Sir), and even the stinkiest (pick up some Allg uer Weisslacker and see what company thinks). Includes dozens of maps; an aroma wheel to help refine your palate; a guide to composing cheese boards; tips for pairing with wine, beer, whiskey, cider; and so much more.

Winner of the 2017 James Beard Award for Reference & Scholarship

The discovery of cheese is a narrative at least 8,000 years old, dating back to the Neolithic era. Yet, after all of these thousands of years we are still finding new ways to combine the same four basic ingredients - milk, bacteria, salt, and enzymes - into new and exciting products with vastly different shapes, sizes, and colors, and equally complex and varied tastes, textures, and, yes, aromas. In fact, after a long period of industrialized, processed, and standardized cheese, cheesemakers, cheesemongers, affineurs, and most of all consumers are rediscovering the endless variety of cheeses across cultures.

The Oxford Companion to Cheese is the first major reference work dedicated to cheese, containing 855 A-Z entries on cheese history, culture, science, and production. From cottage cheese to Camembert, from Gorgonzola to Gruyère, there are entries on all of the major cheese varieties globally, but also many cheeses that are not well known outside of their region of production. The concentrated whey cheeses popular in Norway, brunost, are covered here, as are the traditional Turkish and Iranian cheeses that are ripened in casings prepared from sheep's or goat's skin. There are entries on animal species whose milk is commonly (cow, goat, sheep) and not so commonly (think yak, camel, and reindeer) used in cheesemaking, as well as entries on a few highly important breeds within each species, such as the Nubian goat or the Holstein cow. Regional entries on places with a strong history of cheese production, biographies of influential cheesemakers, innovative and influential cheese shops, and historical entries on topics like manorial cheesemaking and cheese in children's literature round out the Companion's eclectic cultural coverage.

The Companion also reflects a fascination with the microbiology and chemistry of cheese, featuring entries on bacteria, molds, yeasts, cultures, and coagulants used in cheesemaking and cheese maturing. The blooms, veins, sticky surfaces, gooey interiors, crystals, wrinkles, strings, and yes, for some, the odors of cheese are all due to microbial action and growth. And today we have unprecedented insight into the microbial complexity of cheese, thanks to advances in molecular biology, whole-genome sequencing technologies, and microbiome research. The Companion is equally interested in the applied elements of cheesemaking, with entries on production methodologies and the technology and equipment used in cheesemaking.

An astonishing 325 authors contributed entries to the Companion, residing in 35 countries. These experts included cheesemakers, cheesemongers, dairy scientists, anthropologists, food historians, journalists, archaeologists, and on, from backgrounds as diverse as the topics they write about. Every entry is signed by the author, and includes both cross references to related topics and further reading suggestions. The endmatter includes a list of cheese-related museums and a thorough index. Two 16-page color inserts and well over a hundred black and white images help bring the entries to life.

This landmark encyclopedia is the most wide-ranging, comprehensive, and reliable reference work on cheese available, suitable for both novices and industry insiders alike.

Discover how easy it is to make fresh dairy products at home with this helpful guide to simple homemade recipes.

Discover how easy it is to make fresh dairy products at home! You don't need a commercial kitchen or specialty ingredients to whip up your own cheeses, yogurts, and spreads. With simple step-by-step instructions that don't require complicated aging techniques, you can add a wonderful range of tart, sweet, and nutty flavors to your cooking. From fresh buttermilk for mouthwatering pancakes to creamy mozzarella in a refreshing Caprese salad, you'll soon enjoy the fresh flavors of your homemade dairy creations.