<b>The accessible guide to selecting, cooking with, and making cheese!</b> <p>From a pungent Gorgonzola to the creamiest Brie, the world of cheese involves a vocabulary of taste second only to wine. The cheese section of the grocery store and cheese shop can seem, for some, a bewildering experience. With the increasing popularity of artisanal cheeses, this humble food made from curdled milk has become a national obsession. To make the world of cheese less intimidating, we've created a handy primer to selecting cheese, pairing cheese with wine, cooking with cheese, and making cheese. In Cheese For Dummies, everyday cheese lovers will learn how to become true connoisseurs!</p> <ul> <li>Discover new tastes — develop a palate to discern which cheese is right for you</li> <li>Take a tour — explore different cheeses from around the world</li> <li>Examine the process of cheesemaking — review the key ingredients in cheese and how they come together</li> <li>Explore the history of cheese — find out how cheese was accidentally created over 12,000 years ago</li> <li>Discover the types of cheeses available — note the difference between fresh, surface-ripened, washed-rind, natural-rind, and blue cheeses</li> <li>Delve into cheesy combinations — create an impressive cheese plate with the right accompaniments</li> <li>Learn to accessorize — explore different cheese boards, knives, and other accessories for your needs</li> <li>Find the right temperature — learn about the best serving temperature and storage methods for your favorite cheeses</li> <li>Get hands-on experience — discover how you can make your own cheese at home</li> </ul> <p>Open the book and find:</p> <ul> <li>The benefits of daily dairy consumption</li> <li>Different cheese styles and rind types</li> <li>Questions to ask your cheesemonger</li> <li>How to select the best quality cheeses</li> <li>Recipes that make cheese the life of the party</li> <li>Details on domestic and imported cheeses</li> <li>How to pair cheese with wine, beer, and other beverages</li> <li>Online cheese resources</li> <li>Photos of different styles and varieties of cheese</li> </ul> <p>Learn to:</p> <ul> <li>Appreciate cheeses from around the world</li> <li>Pair cheese with wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages</li> <li>Prepare delicious recipes featuring cheese</li> <li>Make your own cheese</li> </ul>