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Ricotta & Mozzarella

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What is Ricotta & Mozzarella?

Ricotta and mozzarella are two types of cheese, typically made from cow or buffalo milk. For some dishes, specifically in Italian cuisine, both cheeses are mixed together to create a rich and creamy filling for pastas and pizzas. Ricotta is a soft, fresh cheese. It is white, has a fine curd-like texture and a milky and gently sweet flavor. Mozzarella is white, slightly salty and mild, with a medium-soft texture. Mixed together both cheeses create a mild umami taste.

What does Ricotta & Mozzarella Taste Like?

Umami

...Umami is one of five main tastes. It is savory with a depth of flavor. Umami is a taste in many foods, including meat, seafood, beans, and nuts. It is both naturally occurring and created through the specific use of ingredients to create a satisfying taste. Umami is characteristic of proteins and savory dishes.

Ingredients

ricotta cheese

...Ricotta is a fresh and unaged cheese made from the whey of cow's milk. It is also made with sheep, goat and water buffalo milk, but American versions often use cow's milk. The cheese is made of tiny white curds and retains a large amount of water. It is easy to mix and spread. Ricotta is a mild tasting cheese that is slightly sweet and salty.

mozzarella cheese

...Mozzarella cheese is a semi-hard cheese made from cow's milk and sometimes buffalo milk. It is aged for 14 to 28 days, creating a white body that is still soft, but can be sliced or grated. Unlike aged mozzarella, fresh mozzarella comes packed in water and is a white misshapen ball. It has a high water content and is therefore lower in fat. Aged mozzarella comes in a block, or shredded. The flavor is mild, bland, a hint salty, but satisfyingly creamy.

Ricotta & Mozzarella Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 oz (28.35g)
Amount Per Serving% DV
Calories64kcal3%
Fats
5g
6%
Sat. fats
3g
14%
Mono. Fats
1g
2%
Trans fats
0g
0%
Carbs1g0%
Sugars0g0%
Fiber0g0%
Proteins4g5%
Cholesterol
18mg
6%
Sodium84mg4%

Healthy Level

Unhealthy Level

Information is not verified and for reference purposes only. Contact vendor directly if you have any food allergies. 2000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs may vary. See Nutrition

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