Mold is a fungal microorganism that contributes to the development of distinctive characteristics in some foods, such as cheeses and cured meats.
italian pronunciation:
/muf.fa/
In fact, mold is what makes Gorgonzola ,a famous Italian blue cheese, unique,. The production begins with the addition of bacterial cultures and rennet to milk. The curd is then poured into typical cylindrical molds. After pressing and salting, the cheese is pierced after 10 days to encourage mold development.
During maturation, these molds grow and develop in the veins, interacting with the cheese components. The mold helps break down proteins and fats, generating aromatic compounds and giving Gorgonzola its distinctive, rich, and complex flavor.
Miguel Pavesi from Arrigoni Battista tells us how they produce their delicious Gorgonzola.
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