Burrata is a cheese that has recently become extremely popular. Find out what distinguishes it from other products and why it is worth giving it a chance.
The first mentions of burrata appeared at the beginning of the 20th century. However, it had to wait until the 1950s for its momentwhen it was given the name that still exists today. Burrata quickly gained popularity and Currently, it is produced not only in the south of Italyh. Today, the best-tasting burrata is considered to be the cheese produced in Bari and the Andria area.
Burrata consists of two layers. The first is a pouch of mozzarella cheese, which gives the cheese its shape. However, the second layer is rich cheese interior — it is filled with delicate shreds of cheese and thick cream. Thanks to this, it has a delicate, velvety texture and a buttery, slightly sweet taste.
However, we must remember that burrata is quite high-calorie cheese. 100 g contains approximately 250-300 kcal, depending on the fat content. It contains a lot of sodium and cholesterol, so people suffering from heart and circulatory system diseases should be careful with it. Its advantage is the high content of calcium, which is crucial for the health of teeth and bones. For this reason, it is worth including burrata in your diet, but only once in a while.
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It turns out that burrata has a lot in common with mozzarella. After all, this cheese was made in a factory that produced mozzarella. A way to use cheese scraps from the production of mozzarella has been sought for a long time. That’s why they tried to enclose them in a cheese bag. When the experiment was successful, burrata was created in the form we know today.
Burrata has a thick and rich interior that is characterized by a delicious, buttery flavor. Mozzarella, on the other hand, is a springy cheese with a delicate flavor.
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Due to its delicious and delicate taste, burrata has an extremely versatile use. We can buy ready-made cheese in the store or prepare our own version at home. Burrata is perfect for salads, pasta and various types of casseroles. Many people decide to bake them with seasonal vegetables. It will go perfectly with tomatoes, asparagus and zucchini. It’s worth trying it with bread. It will go perfectly with focaccia, pizza and fresh baguette.
Burrata can be found in virtually every large store or supermarket. In Biedronka or Lidl, its price is about PLN 8, so it disappears from the shelves very quickly. In other stores you have to pay PLN 15 or more.
Source: Terazgotuje.pl
