Cheese cloth is a very handy kitchen linen. Made of high density cotton
fibre it is a multipurpose linen. It can be used both for domestic as well
as commercial purpose.
Types of Cheese Cloth
- Fine Cheese Cloth - Used to drain soften cheese,
yogurt, and butter.
- Coarse Cheese Cloth - Used for draining curd,
lining cheese shaping moulds and cheese press.
Characteristics of Cheese Cloth
- Made up of high quality woven cotton
- It is washable
- It is reusable
Applications of Cheese Cloth
- Basting
- Poaching
- Stuffing poultry
- Canning
- Straining
- Wrapping cottage cheese
- Wine making
- Hanging curd
