Mozzarella Cheese
Mozzarella (English /ˌmɒtsəˈrɛlə/; Italian: [mottsaˈrɛlla]) is a cheese, from southern Italy, traditionally made from Italian buffalo milk by the pasta filata method. American mozzarella can be made from pasturized cow's milk. Mozzarella received a Traditional Specialities Guaranteed certification from the European Union in 1998. This protection scheme requires that mozzarella sold in the European Union is produced according to a traditional recipe. The TSG certification does not specify the source of the milk, so any type of milk can be used.In Italy mozzarella made with the milk of the Italian water buffalo is an important variety. The Italian buffalo mozzarella sold as Mozzarella di Bufala Campana is protected under the EU's Protected Designation of Origin scheme and may only be produced in select locations in the regions of Campania, Lazio, Apulia and Molise.
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Mozzarella Cheese Properties:
| Food Property | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Flavor Profile | Sweet | Mozzarella cheese has a mild, slightly sweet flavor. |
| Salty | Mozzarella cheese has a slightly salty taste. | |
| Texture | Creaminess | Mozzarella cheese has a smooth and creamy texture when melted. |
| Nutritional Value | Macronutrients | Mozzarella cheese is high in protein and fat, with lower amounts of carbohydrates. |
| Micronutrients | Mozzarella cheese is a good source of calcium and phosphorus. | |
| Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Mozzarella cheese has a mild, milky aroma. |
| Chemical Composition | Acidity/Alkalinity (pH) | Mozzarella cheese has a slightly acidic pH level. |
| Cooking Behavior | Heat Conductivity | Mozzarella cheese melts easily when exposed to heat. |
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