Rennet

usgb/ˈrenɪt/
noun

A substance that is used in making cheese to cause the milk to become solid.

The added rennet quickly curdles the milk during the cheese-making process.
Visual representation of "rennet" - A substance that is used in making cheese to cause the milk to become solid.

Often appears as...

  • liquid rennet
  • animal rennet
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Cheese Making

Rennet is essential in transforming liquid milk into solid cheese, a crucial stage in cheesemaking.

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Without rennet, the milk wouldn't solidify into cheese.
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Different Sources

Rennet can be animal-based or from alternative sources like plants for vegetarians.

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Vegetarians often prefer cheese made with vegetable rennet.
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Rennet in Recipes

When cooking or reading recipes, rennet may be referenced as a way to thicken dairy products.

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The recipe says to add rennet to thicken the cream.
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