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Cottage cheese is a fresh cheese curd product with a mild flavor. It is made by draining the cheese, as opposed to pressing it, which retains some of the whey and keeps the curds loose. Popular as a diet food due to its low fat content, cottage cheese is often eaten with fruit and vegetables or used as an ingredient in dishes like lasagna.
Key Facts About Cottage Cheese
Country of Origin | United States |
Milk Type | Skim Milk |
Milk Treatment | Fresh |
Fat Content | Low-fat, adjustable with cream |
Moisture Content | High |
Rind | None |
Texture | Soft, curdy |
Flavor | Mild, possibly slightly lemony in traditional versions |
Colors | White |
Age | Fresh |
Rennet Type | Increased dose for quick set, some use rennet |