Mozzarella

Mozzarella is a semi-soft non-aged cheese prepared using the pasta filata ('stretched-curd') method with origins from southern Italy. Bocconcini ('small mouthful'), sometimes called uova di bufala ('buffalo eggs'), are approximately bite-sized; a common use is alternating them with cherry tomatoes on a skewer for an appetiser. Ciliegine ('small cherries') are cherry-sized. Perlene are the smallest commercially produced and are often added to salads or into hot soups or pasta dishes just before serving. These balls are packaged in whey or water, have a spongy texture, and absorb flavours.