[ Cheesemaking (Self-Sufficiency) ] By Ash, Rita ( Author ) [ 2010 ) [ Hardcover ]

by Rita Ash

Whether it’s moving to the country and starting over on a whim or just making city- living a little simpler and easier, the “Green” movement is changing the way we live our day- to-day lives. Skyhorse's Self-Sufficiency handbooks are meant to help—offering advice on what to do, how to do it better, and how to save money as well. This is a beautifully illustrated series made even more beautiful, because its goal is to help everyone live in a more earth-friendly fashion.

You do not need to be scientifically trained or an accomplished cook to make cheese at home. The information here covers every aspect of cheesemaking at home, including the tools and equipment needed and basic recipes and advice on setting up a small cheese making business. Rita Ash shows just how simple it is to make cheese, and how, with a little bit of care and attention, anyone can produce delicious cheeses at home.

Genres: Nonfiction, Cooking

Hardcover

First published May 25, 2010

Reviews

[Jerimy Stoll · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book. This is a short read with a fun introductory history of cheesemaking. I enjoyed the story and the instructions in equal measures. The author also takes time to explain the process, tools a cheesemaker would need, recipes, and even how one may go about selling their product. I have scrounged through my house and ordered what I don't have. Once I have it all in place, this book has given me the confidence to try my hand at the ancient art of crafting cheeses.

[Fredrick Danysh · Rating 3 out of 5]

Based on over forty years of cheese making experience, Ash has written a simple book on the process of making cheese at home. She discusses the types, equipment, and procedures for a variety of cheeses. It is easy to read and understand.