The thick and creamy texture of Greek yogurt can be made in one of two ways. Producers can add thickeners, such as powdered protein or starch, or through the traditional method of straining the liquid out. While consumers prefer their yogurt to use the traditional straining process, yogurt makers are stuck with gallons of leftover whey. So far, nobody's figured out a way to make money off it and some yogurt makers actually pay to have it trucked away.

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Salty and sweet, this DIY condiment is the perfect accompaniment for any blue cheese, especially Point Reyes Blue. Whip up a batch, and see for yourself!

Packaged as a gift, this can be something special. Use old jam or mason jars, or gift it in a decorative bowl. It'll last well in a refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. Don't forget a blue cheese to present alongside. A fresh goat cheese would be nice, too.

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In China, the growing influence of Western diet and lifestyle is leading to a changing palate. Cheese, once eaten by few Chinese, is experiencing somewhat of a boom, and the world's biggest cheese companies are in fierce competition for a share of its growing market.

China's cheese market is booming as more diners in the nation take their first bite of this still relative newcomer to their palates, offering golden opportunities to cheese producers across the globe. The...

Homesteaders and DIYers, you've probably made yogurt before. But have you made it harnessing the power of your crockpot? This recipe is so easy, you'll wonder why you ever went all the way to the store to pick some up.

Yogurt is a staple in my house where we make it by the half gallon. But constantly dipping a spoon in to the big container turns the yogurt into a slimy, runny mess. I’m encouraging my daughter to eat more yogurt, but one look in the tub yields an instant...