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Fresh / Unripened

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Fresh cheeses are not aged and have high moisture content. They are usually soft, often spreadable, and have mild flavors.

Characteristics of Fresh / Unripened Cheeses:
  • ✓ No aging process
  • ✓ High moisture content
  • ✓ Mild and creamy flavor
  • ✓ Often spreadable texture
  • ✓ Short shelf life
  • ✓ Usually white in color
  • ✓ No rind development
Examples of Fresh / Unripened Cheeses:
  • 🧀 Ricotta
  • 🧀 Queso Fresco
  • 🧀 Cottage Cheese
  • 🧀 Cream Cheese
  • 🧀 Mozzarella (fresh)

Fresh / Unripened Cheeses in Our Collection

Ricotta

Ricotta

Fresh Cheese Fresh / Unripened

Light, fresh Italian whey cheese with a slightly sweet flavor and grainy texture.

Cottage Cheese

Cottage Cheese

Fresh Cheese Fresh / Unripened

Soft, fresh cheese with a mild flavor and distinctive lumpy texture.