Question 1

The recipe book uses microwave for fast mozzarella but I do not have one. Is there an alternative way of making mozzarella?

Accepted Answer

Making Super-fast Mozzarella and I do not own or want to use a microwave? No problem, simply prepare a large pot of heavily salted, boiling water. Instead of straining your curds into a bowl and microwaving them, place them in a fine mesh strainer with a handle. Next, reduce the boiling water to a simmer and dip the curds into the water. Hold them under the water for 1 - 2 minutes. Lift and turn and fold with your spoon, do not stir. Dip again and repeat until the curds are hot enough and begin to stretch (like stretchy, stringy cheese on top of very hot pizza) when you turn and fold, using the back of the spoon to allow the curd to stretch over the spoon. You do not need to salt as the water is salted. You do not need to drain, as that will happen naturally. We have several other FAQ's and answers on our website.Happy Cheese making!!

Question 2

What else do i need to have because this would be a gift?

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If the person you are giving it to has a well stocked kitchen then just whole Milk and Heavy Whipping cream.  If your not sure, take a look at our complete Kit and that will at least show you everything needed.  For sure, you need  measuring spoons, a thermometer, a stainless steel or enamel pot and a mesh strainer helps make your life easier.  Best, Paula

Question 3

What kitchen tools are needed or recommended? Size of stainless pot, ect..

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I purchased a stainless steel pot that can hold 5 quarts of liquid. You'll need at least 1 gallon of milk for any recipe listed in the book provided. (1gallon =4quarts).  Large bowl and sieve to sit over the bowl to drain the whey from the cheese curds.  Long stainless steel  knife or slotted turner to “cut” the curds. You’ll need hot, but not boiling hot water and a separate bowl of ice water for you fingers.  Granted the last few information is base on the experience of making mozzarella and burrata.  There are some great videos on YouTube for mozzarella.  I hope this helps you.

Question 4

What are calcium chloride and microbial rennet uses?

Accepted Answer

Calcium chloride is used to correct the calcium balance in store bought or pasteurized milk.  If using raw milk, you can generally omit it.  Rennet is the main coagulant used in all traditional Cheese Making.  In this kit, it is used to make Mozzarella, Chevre (goat cheese) and cream cheese.  Thank you, Paula

ASIN	B00E9NHWBY
Age Range Description	8 and up
Best Sellers Rank	#98,254 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #80 in Cheese Makers
Brand Name	Standing Stone Farms
Color	Kraft
Container Type	Kit
Cuisine	European
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,599)
Diet Type	Vegetarian
Flavor	Food Networks Best of Cheese Kit
Global Trade Identification Number	00799872411884
Included Components	Calcium Chloride - a must when store-bought milk is being used., Cheese Salt, Citric Acid, Drain bag for daring soft curd cheeses and stripping butter., Liquid Microbial Rennet (Vegetarian) - Not a tablet you must dissolve and divide that leads to inconsistent cheese making!!
Item Form	bag, liquid, solid
Item Package Weight	0.43 Kilograms
Item Weight	15 Ounces
Manufacturer	Standing Stone Farms, LLC
Model Number	BCM
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Package Size Name	Single Kit
Part Number	SFR_BASIC_C8.49-CA
Recommended Uses For Product	Ingredient in cheese making (Mozzarella, Cream Cheese, Chevre, Queso Blanco, Mascarpone, Ricotta)
Region of Origin	United States
Set Name	Standing Stone Farms Basic Beginner Cheese Making Kit
Size	1 Count (Pack of 1)
Specialty	Cheese Making
UPC	799872411884 789246140724
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	NO RETURNS ON FOOD ITEMS. Replacements are handled on a case by case basis. Food items such as the cheese making ingredients are not returnable. Please contact us within 3 business days of receipt to report missing and/or damaged items.

Basic Beginner Cheese Making Kit - Mozzarella, Burrata, Burricota, Chevre, Ricotta, Mascarpone & Butter!

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