What is Ricotta Cheese and Swiss Cheese?
What is
- Ricotta is an Italian whey cheese made from sheep or cow, goat, or Italian water buffalo milk whey left over from the production of cheese.
- Like other whey cheeses, it is made by coagulating the proteins that remain after the casein has been used to make cheese, notably albumin and globulin.
  
Swiss cheese is a mild cheese made from cow's milk and has a firmer texture than baby Swiss. The flavor is mild, sweet and nut-like.
  
Color
White
  
Pale yellow
  
Ricotta Cheese and Swiss Cheese Flavor
Not Available
  
Nutty, Sweet
  
Ricotta Cheese and Swiss Cheese Aroma
Not Available
  
Fruity, Strong
  
Vegetarian
No
  
Yes
  
Origin
Italy
  
Switzerland