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Roots & Harvest by LEM Cheese Making Kit
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SKU: WX2*0736713
Overview
This kit is built for home cheesemaking in small batches, giving you the core pieces needed to move from curds to a finished wheel. The included muslin is used to drain curds and line molds, while the stainless steel press helps expel remaining moisture and prepare the cheese for aging. Cheese wax is included to help seal the finished cheese and support storage during the aging process. It is a practical setup for anyone who wants a straightforward way to make and finish cheese from 1 to 2 gallons of milk.
Why Hunters Choose the Roots & Harvest
Includes Stainless
Steel cheese press for expelling
100% Cotton
Cheese and butter muslin helps
Cheese Wax
Helps retain moisture and prevent
Making Small
Batches of cheese at home
Cheese Press
Holds curds from 1-2 gallons
Key Features
- Kit includes a stainless steel cheese press for expelling moisture from curds.
- 100% cotton cheese and butter muslin drains curds and lines cheese molds.
- Cheese wax helps retain moisture and prevent mold during aging.
- Designed for making small batches of cheese at home.
- Cheese press holds curds from 1-2 gallons of milk.
- Makes a 1-2 lb. wheel of cheese and readies it for aging.
Best Used For
- Home cheesemakers making small batches from one to two gallons of milk
- Users who want a simple kit for draining curds, pressing, and waxing cheese
- Beginners seeking a straightforward setup for making and aging cheese at home
- Cooks preparing one- to two-pound cheese wheels for personal use or gifting
Specifications
| Aging Support | Cheese wax retains moisture and prevents mold |
|---|---|
| Cheese Butter Muslin Material | 100% cotton |
| Cheese Butter Muslin Reusable | Reusable cloth |
| Cheese Butter Muslin Size | 1 sq. yd. |
| Cheese Butter Muslin Thread Count | 90 thread count |
| Cheese Butter Muslin Weave | Fine weave |
| Cheese Press Capacity | Holds curds from 1-2 gallons of milk |
| Cheese Press Care | Dishwasher safe |
| Cheese Press Material | Stainless steel |
| Cheese Press Output | Makes 1-2 lb. wheel of cheese |
| Cheese Wax Coverage | Waxes approximately 12-20 cheeses |
| Cheese Wax Properties | Pliable, won't become brittle |
| Cheese Wax Storage | Will keep indefinitely |
| Curds Drain Method | Cheese and butter muslin drains curds |
| Designed Use | Making small batches of cheese at home |
| Moisture Removal Method | Cheese Press expels moisture |
Pros
- Includes a stainless steel cheese press for expelling moisture from curds.
- 100% cotton cheese and butter muslin helps drain curds and line molds.
- Cheese wax helps retain moisture and prevent mold during aging.
- Designed for making small batches of cheese at home.
- Cheese press holds curds from 1-2 gallons of milk.
- Makes 1-2 lb. wheels of cheese and readies them for aging.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for small-batch home cheese making, so it may not suit larger-volume production needs.
- The kit includes the core tools and supplies for pressing, draining, and waxing, but it does not remove the need for time and attention during the aging process.
- The cheese press is sized for curds from 1–2 gallons of milk, which limits batch size to roughly 1–2 lb. wheels of cheese.
- The included cheese wax is intended to help retain moisture and prevent mold during aging, but it is only one part of the overall cheese-making process.
Suggested Comparisons
- Home cheese making supplies
- Small-batch food preservation kits
- Cheese presses
- Cheese aging accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Cheese molds
- Cheese aging supplies
- Kitchen thermometer
- Curd draining cloths
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Roots & Harvest by LEM Cheese Making Kit include?
The kit includes a stainless steel cheese press, cheese and butter muslin, and cheese wax.
Is this kit meant for large-scale cheese making?
No. The product is described as designed for making small batches of cheese at home.
How much milk can the cheese press handle?
The long description says the cheese press holds curds from 1-2 gallons of milk and makes a 1-2 lb. wheel of cheese.
What is the muslin used for?
The cheese and butter muslin is used to drain curds and line cheese molds. It is described as a fine weave, 90 thread count, reusable cloth made from 100% cotton.
What is the purpose of the cheese wax?
The cheese wax is used to help retain moisture and prevent mold. The description says it can wax approximately 12-20 cheeses and is pliable, so it won't become brittle.