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Fresh Cheese

At the beginning of the making process, all cheeses are considered fresh cheeses, as they are neither fermented nor ripened. We often refer to this as the "infant" stage, because they haven’t aged yet.

Canadian fresh cheeses are made with whey (lactoserum) extracted from whole or skim milk, and are often enriched with cream. Once the whey has finished the curdling process (achieved by the addition of rennet), the draining process begins, which allows a firmer consistency while preserving a very high level of moisture, from 60 to 80%, and a reduced level of butterfat, between 0.5 and 30 %.

Find out more about these fresh cheeses:

Baker's
Cottage
Cream Cheese
Neufchâtel
Quark
Ricotta

Storage

Plain, with vegetables or fresh fruit, spread on bread, used in cooked meals and in desserts, on canapés and as a garnish for salads, they’re very versatile and always ready to lend their delicate taste and rich texture to any of your culinary whims.

Shelf life of fresh cheeses is the shortest of all cheese categories: 2 weeks or more according to the cheese. So put your trust in the "best before" label on the package.

Freezing

Fresh cheeses do not freeze well. Given their very high moisture level, freezing alters their texture, but their taste remains the same. It is preferable to use previously frozen fresh cheeses in cooked dishes. Freezing will not affect dishes cooked with fresh cheese.

Information provided by Dairy Farmers of Canada (www.dairygoodness.ca) 

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Characteristics

Appearance and texture:
The cheese is rindless and of a bright white colour; its texture is soft, granular or smooth, and creamy and velvety, according to the cheese.

Aroma:
Light fragrance of fresh milk.

Taste:
Milky and a slightly acidulous creamy taste, very refreshing.

Attributes:
They are easy to spread, they mix well with other ingredients; they can be used with good results in cooked or uncooked dishes, in desserts and in pastries.

Varieties:
Some are light; others flavoured with herbs, garlic, spices or fruits.

How to enjoy them?

Canadian fresh cheeses are typically appreciated by children, especially younger children. From breakfast to dessert, and also for snacks, they can be enjoyed at any age.
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