How to Freeze Fresh Mozzarella Cheese and Keep It Delicious

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If you’re anything like me, you love mozzarella cheese in all its wonderful forms—gooey mozzarella sticks, fresh mozzarella balls for a caprese salad, or a block of mozzarella ready to be shredded over your favorite pizza recipe.  But what happens when you have extra cheese and no immediate plans to use it? Can you freeze […]

Our Big Fat Homemade Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

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Let’s talk about mozzarella sticks.  And I don’t mean those little frozen pinky-finger-size things that most restaurants serve. I’m talking about big, thick, homemade mozzarella sticks.  The ones that give you a cheese pull long enough to walk across the street and it still doesn’t break. Those are the ones people want, and those are […]

How Long Does Mozzarella Cheese Last in the Fridge?

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I always keep mozzarella cheese on hand because it’s one of those staples I can’t live without. Whether I’m making a simple Caprese salad, adding some melty goodness to pizza, or tossing it into a pasta dish, mozzarella is my go-to cheese for so many recipes. Its mild, creamy texture works with just about anything, […]

Homemade Mozzarella Sticks and How To Reheat Them

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I take a lot of pride in the mozzarella sticks we make at Mortadella Head.  We don’t serve our customers the frozen mozzarella sticks that a lot of other pizza shops and restaurants use.  We make big, homemade mozzarella sticks that people go crazy about.  They have a beautiful golden brown exterior that holds in […]