Dairy/Cheese | Vegetarian Gluten Free

Fat Cheese

Bos taurus (source) Allergens: Milk
Fat Cheese

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine Western
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Milk (Cow, Goat, Sheep)

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Fat Cheese ?

A broad term for cheese varieties characterized by a high milkfat content, contributing to rich flavor and creamy texture.

"To prevent oiling off in very high-fat cheeses when baking, grate it coarsely and mix with a touch of flour or cornstarch before melting."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Fat Cheese ?

Rich, Creamy, Intense, Buttery, Complex

Taste
Umami,Salty,Rich,Creamy,Tangy
Texture
Semi-soft to firm,Smooth,Melty
Aroma
Milky,Nutty,Pungent (mild)
Acidity
Low to Medium

Technical Metrics

Fat Content

Typically 30-60% of dry weight

Flavor Intensity

Often more pronounced

Texture Impact

Creamier, smoother, meltier

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 28g (1 oz)
Calories400kcal
Total Fat33g
Saturated Fat20g
Trans Fat1g
Cholesterol100mg
Protein25g
Total Carbohydrate1g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars0g
Calcium700mg
Iron0.1mg
Potassium100mg

Le secret du chef

To prevent oily separation when melting, shred cheese finely and add a pinch of starch (like cornstarch) before heating gently.

Substituts & Proportions pour Fat Cheese

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Fat Cheese est Monterey Jack, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar melting properties and mild, creamy flavor.

Substituts pour Fat Cheese avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Monterey Jack Meilleur 1:1 Similar melting properties and mild, creamy flavor.
Gouda 1:1 Rich, nutty, and creamy, excellent for melting.
Cream Cheese 1:1 (by weight) Good for creamy texture in sauces, but lacks solid structure when melted.
Nutritional Yeast (with Cashew Cream) Varies Dairy-free option for umami and richness, requires blending.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Fat Cheese

Choose aged cheeses for deeper flavor, or younger for milder taste and better melt.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Fat Cheese ?

  • Crackers
  • wine
  • fruit
  • sandwiches
  • gratins.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Fat Cheese ?

Rich, Creamy, Intense, Buttery, Complex Milky,Nutty,Pungent (mild)

Quel est un bon substitut pour Fat Cheese ?

Le meilleur substitut est Monterey Jack (1:1). Similar melting properties and mild, creamy flavor.

Comment choisir et conserver le Fat Cheese ?

Choose aged cheeses for deeper flavor, or younger for milder taste and better melt.

Ingrédients Dairy/Cheese associés

Besoin d'un substitut pour le/la/l'Fat Cheese tout de suite, ou d'une recette qui l'utilise ? Demandez à Sous, votre sous-chef IA.