Virtual Mozzarella Making

Mild and milky, smooth and silky: any way you stretch it, I love fresh mozzarella! In this live online crash course I'll teach you how to make it at home, from home! First I'll set you straight on coagulation as I tell you how milk turns from fluid to firm curds. 

Then I'll demonstrate how the mozzarella is made. You'll have a chance to roll up our sleeves and follow along as I show you how to turn curds into the beautiful balls that we know as fresh mozzarella. 

Learn about selecting the right curd, proper water temperature, amount of salt and how to pull/fold to make your own mouth-watering ball of this Italian staple.

No experience is required! The ingredients list is below if you'd like to try to make the mozzarella at home. I use ingredients that are easy to find at local markets and equipment available in every home kitchen!

Materials needed to fully participate:

• 1 tsp rennet (animal or vegetable, tablet or liquid). Here's a link to buy: https://cheesemaking.com/products/tablet-vegetable-rennet
  
• 1 tsp citric acid. Here's a link to buy: https://cheesemaking.com/collections/all/products/citric-acid-for-cheese-making?variant=8059824472109
• 1 Gallon Whole Milk (No ultra pasteurized milk. This is very important. Homogenized is fine.)
• A burner or heat source for cooking
  
• Sauce pot that will hold a gallon of milk with a well fitting lid
  
• Colander or mesh strainer with small holes
  
• Liquid Thermometer
• Large Mixing Bowl that colander will fit into)
  
• Sauce pot to heat water (about two quarts) or electric kettle
  
• Knife (anything that will cut through soft curd)
  
• Slotted spoon
  
• Rubber Gloves (if your hands are sensitive to heat)
  
• Ice for the ice bath at the end
  

Virtual Class FAQ

What will be included in my Virtual Class package?

One ticket includes an access link to your live, online class. The class will be delivered via web conferencing software and feature a live, professional instructor who will walk you through a lesson as described above. You will have the opportunity to ask questions as well as participate from home.

How many people is my purchase good for?

Each ticket is good for one "device" (i.e. one computer, phone, tablet, etc. you'll be logging in from). This ensures we don't get more people in the class than the instructor can handle. Though we understand some people live together and will be working/learning together, the intent is that each class still allows for the same attention to attendees as if students purchased separately. Please be respectful of this!

Will I need anything from home to use in the class?
You will need a reliable Internet connection as well as a computer or device with which you can access your virtual class. We recommend you arrive to class 5-10 minutes early to ensure you're able to set up your device and connection. Additionally, if the class is more than just a lecture you will likely want any materials listed in the course description as "Materials Needed to Participate Fully", though you're welcome to purchase a seat and sit in and just watch.

Am I able to ask questions or interact with the class?
Yes, you'll both be able to ask questions using the chat function in the video hosting software as well as at certain intervals during the class via voice/audio. If the class winds up being on the smaller side, more spontaneous interaction/questions will be encouraged.


Do I have to show my video or speak during class?

While we recommend you do show your video and speak when encouraged to by the instructor, video and audio participation are never mandatory. We find classes have more fun experiences when people are engaging with one another, but understand not everyone will want to do so and that's ok!