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	~~'''~~Fromage blanc''' is a type of [[cheese]] originating from [[France]]. It is a fresh, creamy cheese made from [[cow's milk]], although it can also be made from other types of milk such as [[goat's milk]] or [[sheep's milk]]. The name 'fromage blanc' translates to 'white cheese' in English.		== Fromage Blanc ==

	~~== History ==~~		[[File:Fromage-blanc1_cropped.jpg\|thumb\|right\|250px\|A serving of Fromage Blanc]]

	~~The exact origins of fromage~~ blanc ~~are unclear~~, ~~but it is believed to have been made in~~ France ~~for centuries~~. It is a ~~staple~~ in ~~many traditional~~ French ~~dishes and is often used as a base for desserts and sauces~~.		'''Fromage blanc''' is a creamy, soft, fresh cheese originating from [[France]]. It is known for its smooth texture and mild flavor, making it a versatile ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes. The name "fromage blanc" literally translates to "white cheese" in French.

	== Production ==		== Production ==

	~~The production of fromage~~ blanc ~~involves the coagulation of~~ milk ~~through the addition of~~ [[~~fermentation\|fermenting~~]] ~~agents~~. The milk is ~~heated~~ and then ~~allowed~~ to ~~cool, during which time~~ the ~~fermenting agents cause~~ the ~~milk~~ to coagulate ~~and form~~ curds. ~~These~~ curds are then drained ~~of whey~~ to ~~create~~ the ~~final product~~.		Fromage blanc is traditionally made from [[cow's milk]], although it can also be made from [[goat's milk]] or [[sheep's milk]]. The milk is first pasteurized and then inoculated with [[lactic acid bacteria]] to start the fermentation process. This is followed by the addition of [[rennet]] to coagulate the milk, forming curds. The curds are then drained to remove the [[whey]], resulting in a creamy, spreadable cheese.

	== Characteristics ==		== Characteristics ==

	Fromage blanc ~~is known for its smooth, creamy~~ texture ~~and mild, slightly tangy flavor. It is~~ similar ~~in consistency~~ to [[yogurt]], but ~~with~~ a ~~richer, creamier taste~~. It is often ~~eaten with fruit or honey~~, ~~or used~~ in ~~cooking to add creaminess to dishes~~.		Fromage blanc has a texture similar to [[yogurt]] or [[cream cheese]], but it is typically less tangy and has a lower fat content. It is often sold in tubs and can be found in various fat levels, from non-fat to full-fat versions. The cheese is white in color and has a mild, slightly tangy flavor.

	== ~~Nutritional Value~~ ==		== Culinary Uses ==

	Fromage blanc is ~~high~~ in [[~~protein~~]] ~~and~~ [[~~calcium~~]]~~, and low~~ in ~~fat compared to other types of cheese~~. It is ~~also~~ a ~~good source of~~ [[~~vitamin B12~~]] and ~~other essential nutrients~~.		Fromage blanc is a versatile ingredient in the kitchen. It can be used as a substitute for [[sour cream]] or [[cream cheese]] in recipes. It is often used in [[desserts]], such as [[cheesecakes]], or as a topping for [[fruit]] and [[pastries]]. In savory dishes, it can be used in [[sauces]], [[soups]], or as a spread on [[bread]].

	== ~~Varieties~~ ==		== Nutritional Information ==

	~~There are several varieties~~ of ~~fromage blanc~~, ~~including those made with different types~~ of ~~milk, those that are flavored with herbs or spices~~, ~~and those that are aged~~ for ~~different lengths of time~~.		Fromage blanc is a good source of [[protein]] and [[calcium]], while being relatively low in [[calories]] and [[fat]], especially in its low-fat versions. It is also a source of [[probiotics]] due to the fermentation process, which can be beneficial for [[digestive health]].

	== ~~See Also~~ ==		== Related Pages ==

	* [[Cheese]]		* [[Cheese]]
	* [[French cuisine]]		* [[French cuisine]]
	* [[Dairy product]]		* [[Dairy product]]
			* [[Fermentation]]

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'''Fromage blanc''' is a type of [[cheese]] originating from [[France]]. It is a fresh, creamy cheese made from [[cow's milk]], although it can also be made from other types of milk such as [[goat's milk]] or [[sheep's milk]]. The name 'fromage blanc' translates to 'white cheese' in English.

== History ==

The exact origins of fromage blanc are unclear, but it is believed to have been made in France for centuries. It is a staple in many traditional French dishes and is often used as a base for desserts and sauces.

== Production ==

The production of fromage blanc involves the coagulation of milk through the addition of [[fermentation|fermenting]] agents. The milk is heated and then allowed to cool, during which time the fermenting agents cause the milk to coagulate and form curds. These curds are then drained of whey to create the final product.

== Characteristics ==

Fromage blanc is known for its smooth, creamy texture and mild, slightly tangy flavor. It is similar in consistency to [[yogurt]], but with a richer, creamier taste. It is often eaten with fruit or honey, or used in cooking to add creaminess to dishes.

== Nutritional Value ==

Fromage blanc is high in [[protein]] and [[calcium]], and low in fat compared to other types of cheese. It is also a good source of [[vitamin B12]] and other essential nutrients.

== Varieties ==

There are several varieties of fromage blanc, including those made with different types of milk, those that are flavored with herbs or spices, and those that are aged for different lengths of time.

== See Also ==

* [[Cheese]]
* [[French cuisine]]
* [[Dairy product]]

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