Why all Feta Cheese at the store is not the same

While feta originated in Greece, there are several variations nowadays between the feta block or crumbles, goat vs sheep vs cow milk, and more. These can make some pretty big differences in taste and texture, so let's break it down.

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Orzo Salad: https://www.ethanchlebowski.com/cooking-techniques-recipes/orzo-salad
Kofta: https://www.ethanchlebowski.com/cooking-techniques-recipes/19-minute-lamb-kofta
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📚 Videos & Sources mentioned:
▪ Feta PDO: https://www.fetapdo.eu/en/
▪ On Food and Cooking by Harold McGee: https://amzn.to/2SYTwXT
▪ Uuni Feta Pasta: https://liemessa.fi/2019/02/uunifetapasta/
▪ Feta Guide: https://www.bonappetit.com/test-kitchen/primers/article/feta-guide

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0:00 Background
0:31 What is Feta Cheese?
2:01 Why all Feta at the store is not the same
2:26 Block vs Crumbles
2:57 Sheep vs Goat vs Cow milk
5:38 Brine or no brine?

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