Cream cheese
Cream Cheese
Cream cheese (/kri:m tʃi:z/) is a soft, mild-tasting fresh cheese made from milk and cream.
Etymology
The term "cream cheese" is believed to have originated in England during the mid-18th century. The word "cream" is derived from the Old English "creme", which is of Germanic origin, while "cheese" comes from the Old English "cēse", which is of West Germanic origin.
Production
Cream cheese is made from a mixture of cream and milk. These ingredients are heated until the desired consistency is reached, then lactic acid is added to help coagulate the mixture. The cheese is then strained and cooled.
Varieties
There are several varieties of cream cheese, including whipped cream cheese, which is light and fluffy due to air being incorporated during processing, and Neufchâtel, a lower-fat version that originated in France.
Uses
Cream cheese is often used as a spread on bread, bagels, and crackers. It is also used in cooking to add creaminess to sauces and soups, and is a key ingredient in many desserts, including cheesecake.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cream cheese
- Wikipedia's article - Cream cheese
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