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Light String Mozzarella Cheese
2009 CHEFSBEST® AWARD FOR BEST TASTE WINNER
Weight Watchers
What Makes a Great Light String Cheese?
String cheese is one of those foods that is almost universally loved—and with almost the same rich taste, and fewer calories and less guilt—the light variety makes it so easy to indulge.
The appearance of high-quality light mozzarella string cheese will vary, but should generally have a color that ranges from a natural yellow tone to a creamy off-white.
Great string cheese has a mild aroma that offers some cultured dairy and aged cheese notes.
The first thing you’ll taste in good string cheeses is saltiness, though it won’t be very pronounced. There will also be a slight sourness and sweetness. Similar to the aroma, the taste of quality light mozzarella string cheese should be moderate, and have the same fresh dairy notes.
It can’t be string cheese without the right texture—half the fun is being able to tear off those satisfying strips of tasty cheese. The best brands are moist, creamy, and tender.
We know what makes a great light string cheese, but what makes a bad one?
The worst string cheeses we tested were rubbery and dry. Avoid brands that have a powdered milk taste, or that leave a chalky residue in the mouth.
Why is Weight Watchers the best light string cheese?
Weight Watchers won the ChefsBest Award because our expert chefs almost couldn’t believe it was a light variety of string cheese. The taste was authentic and fresh, while the texture was both tender and moist.
Other Leading Brands:
Frigo, Sargento
ONE-STEP IDEAS
Wrap with salami or other dried meat for a quick snack.
Cut into chunks and toss with chopped tomatoes and fresh basil for an "insalata caprese."
Take on family outings for a quick and healthy snack for the kids.
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FUN FACTS
- The remains of cheese have been found in Egyptian tombs more than four thousand years old.
- The word “mozzarella” comes from the Italian word mozzare ("to cut") because the cheese is made by spinning and cutting.
- String cheese was reportedly invented in Syria.
The ChefsBest Award for Best Taste is awarded to the brand rated highest overall among leading brands by independent professional chefs.
