The Beginner's Guide to Cheesemaking: Easy Recipes and Lessons to Make Your Own Handcrafted Cheeses

Name: The Beginner's Guide to Cheesemaking: Easy Recipes and Lessons to Make Your Own Handcrafted Cheeses
Price: 2.99 USD
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Rating: 4.6 (893 reviews)
Author: Elena R. Santogade

by Elena R. Santogade

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4.6 (893)

4.6 stars from 893 reviews. Top 91% of Self Help books we track.

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Perfect for you if...

You want to stop buying mediocre supermarket cheese and actually know what you're eating.
You enjoy hands-on cooking projects that feel like a genuine skill, not just following instructions.
You like the idea of customising flavours and experimenting with recipes once you've got the basics down.

Maybe not for you if...

You're looking for advanced cheese-making techniques or rare artisanal varieties.
You prefer low-effort cooking and don't want to track processes or keep notes.
You have no interest in food as a craft and just want quick, convenient meals.

About this book

The Beginner's Guide to Cheesemaking by Elena R. Santogade is an introductory resource for making cheese at home. The book contains simple advice and straightforward recipes designed for those with no prior experience. It includes complete, illustrated instructions that guide new cheesemakers through each step of the process. The book also provides record sheets for tracking your cheesemaking process, allowing you to remember or modify recipes for future batches. The guide offers suggestions for customizing cheeses and experimenting with recipes. It includes recommendations for beer and wine pairings to complement your cheeses. Additionally, the book covers how to use homemade cheese as an ingredient in savory snacks, meals, and desserts.

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Currently on sale at $2.99 — 79% off peak. Price has dropped 8 times over the last 20 months. Goes on sale roughly every 65 days. Typically stays discounted for 143 days.

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Currently 4.6★ from 893 reviews

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