But adding the fluffy curds to a number of recipes can cut calories without sacrificing taste. It can be a welcome treat for those trying to burn off holiday calories. The curds from cottage cheese can replace ricotta cheese in lasagna recipes, add texture to a cheesecake or fill blintzes with fruit topping, among other things. read more
This is a bit of catch-all since any kind of cheese can be smoked. But sometimes regular cheese can get a little samey, but the smoked versions of Gruyère, Cheddar and Provolone all provide a piquant alternative in almost any dish. read more