What You’ll Learn in This Artisan Cheese Making Journey

Under the expert guidance of renowned cheese artisan Mary Karlin, you’ll master the complete cheese production process for three distinct varieties:

1. Fresh Chevre: Begin your artisan cheese making adventure with this delicate, tangy goat’s milk cheese that serves as the perfect foundation for novice cheese makers
2. Homemade Mozzarella: Progress to this versatile Italian-style cheese with its characteristic stretch and mild flavor profile
3. Aged Cheddar: Advance to creating complex, rich flavors through traditional aging techniques for this classic artisan cheese

Essential Cheese Making Techniques & Equipment

Mary carefully demonstrates the specialized tools and techniques crucial for successful artisan cheese making at home:

• Proper milk selection and preparation for different cheese varieties
• Temperature control methods for perfect cheese production
• Step-by-step curd formation and manipulation techniques
• Traditional molding and pressing approaches for each cheese type
• Appropriate aging environments for developing complex flavors

From Preparation to Plate: Complete Cheese Making Process

This guide covers the entire artisan cheese making journey:

• Sourcing quality ingredients for authentic results
• Creating and using cheese cultures and rennet
• Hands-on demonstrations of traditional cheese making methods
• Proper aging and storage techniques
• Serving suggestions and pairing recommendations for your homemade chevre, mozzarella, and cheddar

About Expert Cheese Artisan Mary Karlin

Your instructor brings exceptional credentials to your artisan cheese making education:

• Mary Karlin is a distinguished culinary educator and founding member of the prestigious Ramekins Culinary School in Sonoma, California
• Author of the definitive guide “Artisan Cheese Making at Home“
• Decades of experience in traditional food crafts and artisanal cheese production
• Dedicated to preserving and sharing authentic cheese making techniques with home crafters

Conclusion: Elevate Your Culinary Repertoire with Artisan Cheese Making

This comprehensive guide to artisan cheese making delivers professional-level instruction on creating chevre, mozzarella, and cheddar in your home kitchen. Mary Karlin’s expert guidance transforms complex cheese crafting into accessible techniques anyone can master. Begin your journey into the rewarding world of homemade artisan cheese and discover the satisfaction of creating authentic, flavorful cheeses that showcase your culinary expertise.