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)

O Que É 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."

Qual o Sabor de 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

Informação Nutricional

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

Segredo do Chef

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

Substitutos e Proporções de Fat Cheese

O melhor substituto para Fat Cheese é Monterey Jack, usado na proporção de 1:1. Similar melting properties and mild, creamy flavor.

Substitutos para Fat Cheese com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Monterey Jack Melhor 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.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Fat Cheese

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

O Que Combina Bem Com Fat Cheese?

  • Crackers
  • wine
  • fruit
  • sandwiches
  • gratins.

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Fat Cheese?

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

Qual é um bom substituto para Fat Cheese?

O melhor substituto é Monterey Jack (1:1). Similar melting properties and mild, creamy flavor.

Como escolher e armazenar Fat Cheese?

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

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