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Mozzarella accounts for nearly a third of all cheese produced in the US — driven largely by the pizza industry's enormous demand.
Overview
Italy · Year-round · dairy
A mild Italian cheese made using the pasta filata (stretched curd) method, widely used on pizza and in Italian-American cooking.
Italy
Origin
Year-round
Season
Easy
Difficulty
dairy
Category
Flavor Profile
Mildmilkyslightly saltystretchy when melted
Storage Tips
Refrigerate and use within 1 week. Shredded mozzarella lasts 3–4 weeks if sealed.
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How to Cook with Mozzarella
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Classic for pizza, lasagna, and caprese salad. Shredded mozzarella melts better than sliced for even coverage. Layer in baked pasta dishes.
Best Pairings
pizzapastatomatoesbasillasagnasandwiches
Substitutes
Provolone, scamorza, monterey jack
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Mozzarella
Nutrition Highlights
fat
17
carbs
2
fiber
0
protein
28
calories
280
Quick Facts
Categorydairy
OriginItaly
SeasonYear-round
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Good source of calcium and protein. Lower in sodium than many other cheeses.
Mozzarella Photos
7 photos showcasing Mozzarella in its many forms
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Mozzarella
dairy
OriginItaly
SeasonYear-round
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Mildmilkyslightly saltystretchy when melted
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Pairs Well With
pizzapastatomatoesbasillasagnasandwiches
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