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Cheese Production
Cheese Production
From Milk to Cheese
From Milk to Cheese
Cheese is made from milk. The variety and flavoring of cheese greatly varies based on which species of animal the milk comes from; however, cows and goats are the most common milk suppliers.
Making cheese is a several step process:
Obtain milk
Add rennet and culture used to coagulate the milk
Cut into curds and whey after allowing to set
Separate curds while draining whey
Stack and flip loaves of cheese
Cheese is then recut/ shredded and flavorings are added
Cheese is then pressed into shape by a hooping processes (as seen below).
Aging Cheese
Aging Cheese
After the cheese has set, it is moved into an area to age. Here it develops a unique flavor in a dark, humid, and cool area. A rind develops on the cheese based on the type of bacterial culture. On the cheese pictured to the right, a rind is beginning to develop as a light grey / white mold. Can you spot it?
Types of Cheese
Types of Cheese
Cheese varies greatly in texture, flavor, and variety. Some pair very well with certain kinds of salads, such as the mozzarella cheese in the Caprese salad pictured below. There are cheese experts all over the world that give insights into cheese pairings and quality of cheese.
New Zealand
New Zealand
New Zealand is known for its beautiful and diverse landscape. Often used by the film making industry, New Zealand has a thriving tourism sector as people visit this carefree way of life. New Zealand is an island and therefore has two options for food: grow it or import it. Generally they attempt to grow all perishable items that have a short shelf life. Milk is produced in large quantities to make cheese and feed the New Zealand population along with fresh fruits and vegetables. Grocery prices are often higher on islands due to the added cost of importing.
Let's Go To The Movies
Let's Go To The Movies
New Zealand's variety of breath taking landscapes has attracted movie production for decades. Preserving the natural beauty of their country is a top priority for Kiwis (a native of New Zealand). They take pride in their crystal clear, aqua water and the diversity of their natural habitats.
Join the Experience
Join the Experience
A large percentage of the economy is based on tourism. The care free way of life, breath taking views, and extreme sports attract people from around the world. Take a look some of the views in the pictures below and start planning your next vacation!
Cheese Tasting
Cheese Tasting
This activity will test your taste buds as you attempt to guess the variety of cheese based on your observations.
For Educators
It is recommended that the four samples are cut and numbered before the students enter the room to avoid seeing packaging. For recommended cheeses, see the materials list on the home page.
Materials:
Four samples of cheese, unidentified
Sampling plate
Procedure:
Wash your hands
Obtain Cheese Tasting Sheet
Collect 4 cheese samples
Complete the activity as directed
Discussion
Discussion
Do you have a favorite of cheese? Which one?
Does anyone else in the class share your favorite type of cheese?
How does this cheese reflect you as a person?
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