Hints on cheese-making, for the dairyman, the factoryman, and the manufacturer
by OpenStories
Original author: T. D. Curtis
"Hints on Cheese-Making" by T. D. Curtis is a practical guide on the art of cheese production, written in the late 19th century. The book serves as a comprehensive resource for dairymen, factory men, and manufacturers involved in the cheese-making process, offering insights into methods, techniques, and equipment used in the industry. It aims to educate readers on various aspects of cheese-making, encouraging both beginners and experienced practitioners to refine their practices and contribute to the advancement of the craft. The opening of "Hints on Cheese-Making" introduces readers to the author's purpose of providing practical insights based on his articles previously published in local newspapers. Curtis emphasizes the importance of cleanliness and the proper handling of milk, laying out foundational practices for the construction of cheese factories alongside practical advice on milk production and quality. He asserts the need for advancement in cheese-making techniques, stating that new entrants to the field should be encouraged to innovate while respecting traditional methods. His intention is to create a valuable resource that promotes both independent thought and a commitment to excellence in cheese production.
Hints on cheese-making, for the dairyman, the factoryman, and the manufacturer, by T. D. Curtis. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #43323.
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24 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter400 words
- 2.Chapter I: Building Cheese-Factories1,404 words
- 3.Chapter II: Production of Milk1,066 words
- 4.Chapter III: Composition of Milk1,360 words
- 5.Chapter IV: Taints and Odors1,167 words
- 6.Chapter V: Cooling Milk1,235 words
- 7.Chapter VI: Delivering Milk1,352 words
- 8.Chapter VII: Receiving Milk1,128 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: Big Averages1,269 words
- 10.Chapter IX: Conductors, Strainers, Etc1,134 words
- 11.Chapter X: Color1,713 words
- 12.Chapter XI: Rennet1,331 words
- 13.Chapter XII: Preparing Rennet984 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: Setting1,098 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: Cutting Curds1,253 words
- 16.Chapter XV: Heat1,661 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: Acid1,288 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: Dipping Curds652 words
- 19.Chapter XVIII: Salting Curds946 words
- 20.Chapter XIX: Tainted Milk525 words
- 21.Chapter XX: Curing614 words
- 22.Chapter XXI: Greasing Cheese1,077 words
- 23.Chapter XXII: Skippers781 words
- 24.Chapter XXIII: Cheddar Process7,172 words