Crumbled Feta Cheese

Cooking with feta cheese crumbles provides a unique culinary experience, primarily due to its tangy, salty flavor and its crumbly texture. These features make feta cheese crumbles ideal for numerous dishes ranging from salads to pastas and baked goods. However, like with any ingredient, it's essential to understand how to best use them to maximize their potential. A common mistake done while cooking with feta cheese crumbles is using them in dishes that require the cheese to melt, feta due to its low fat content doesn't melt like other cheeses. It can be included in hot dishes but should be added towards the end of the cooking process to prevent it from becoming too dry. Feta cheese crumbles pair nicely with Mediterranean flavors such as olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, and herbs like mint and dill, but also fruit such as watermelon for a unique and tasty contrast. To get the most out of your feta cheese crumbles, try using them in meat marinades. The acidic character of feta cheese can help tenderize the meat. Another tip for using feta cheese crumbles is to perk up your omelets or scrambled eggs. Sprinkle them on just before serving for maximum taste impact. You can also mix them into your veggie dips for an exciting twist and they work great as a flavorful pizza topping besides the traditional mozzarella. Remember, a little feta goes a long way due to its intense flavor, so use sparingly initially and adjust to taste.