JulieH
306 posts
May 10, 2006
6:23 PM
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Does anyone know where I can order carageenan from to make Bryanna's cheeses? Will it work without it?
Thanks!!
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Bryanna
Owner/Moderator
1604 posts
May 10, 2006
9:11 PM
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Yes, it is necessary, I'm afraid. It's also called Irish moss powder. My HFS sells it.
In the USA, these online companies carry Irish moss powder:
http://www.healthyvillage.com/product_list/15.html
http://www.everythingkitchens.com/herbs-i.html
In Canada, you can order it (as Irish moss powder, Frontier brand) from http://www.shamanshop.net/store/proddetail.cfm/ItemID/18739.0/CategoryID/15500.0/SubCatID/3660.0/file.htm
or from http://www.wellnaturally.ca/herbs/irishmosspwdr.html
In the UK or Europe you can order it here: http://www.kalyx.com/store/prodpage5.cfm/CategoryID/12500.0/SubCatID/210.0/file.htm
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Debbie
1143 posts
May 11, 2006
7:38 AM
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I ordered it from that healthyvillage.com which is in Missouri. It is a lot, a whole bag. To make the 'cheese' I only need a little so I stored it in a glass jar in my cupboard. I am hoping that it will last a long time.
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Debbie
Cooking is like love. It should be entered into with abandon or not at all. ~ Harriet Van Horne
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kourtney
155 posts
May 11, 2006
7:55 AM
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> Does anyone know where I can order carageenan from to make
> Bryanna's cheeses? Will it work without it?
I'm sure it's better with carageenan, but I made it with double the amount of agar instead and it was still very good. Using carageenan and agar together improves the melting qualities.
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JulieH
307 posts
May 11, 2006
9:21 AM
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Thanks everyone. How much did you order Debbie? Did you get 1/2 or 1 pound?
Julie
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Bryanna
Owner/Moderator
1606 posts
May 11, 2006
10:40 AM
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It won't melt properly with just agar, though.
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JulieH
308 posts
May 11, 2006
12:48 PM
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Thanks Bryanna. By the way, did you see yesterday's Vegan Lunch Box? Your cheese recipe was the highlight (made into kid friendly cheese sticks). So cute!!
Julie
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Debbie
1144 posts
May 11, 2006
12:51 PM
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Julie, I got the 1/2 lb and it is a lot because it is a fine powder.
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Debbie
Cooking is like love. It should be entered into with abandon or not at all. ~ Harriet Van Horne
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JulieH
310 posts
May 11, 2006
2:14 PM
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Thanks Debbie!
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Brenda W.
83 posts
May 11, 2006
4:19 PM
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The carrageenan really does make a huge difference. I have tried other recipes for vegan solid cheeses, and was most displeased with the results. In fact, I didn't even try Bryanna's recipes for the longest time since I'd had such a bad experience.
But I finally tried her cheddar for the first time a week or so ago, and LOVED it!! The texture is WONDERFUL!! And so very easy and quick to throw together!! Then this past week, I made the Gruyere, and LOVE it ... even more actually!! Just like she says, it's sliceable, and has a very pleasing texture (not rubbery, like my previous experiences had been).
Even tho I'm in the US, I ordered from The Shaman Shop (Bryanna had mentioned this as a souce for Canadian buyers). I had my order within several days I believe. I ordered one pound, which completely filled a one quart jar, and then some.
I had placed an order from Healthy Village; I don't know what happened, but the order never was processed. I never received it, and (thankfully) my CC was never charged.
But for anyone thinking about trying these cheeses, do give them a try!! I'll happy to send anyone who wants to try it a small package of carrageenan ... each recipe only needs 1 tsp., so I can send a small amount in a baggie via mail so you can try it without having to buy a whole pound.
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JulieH
312 posts
May 12, 2006
7:08 AM
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Thanks Brenda. That was so nice of you to offer a sample. With your glowing recommendation, I think that I will go ahead today and order some Irish Moss. It's always great to read everyone's feedback here on the forum.
I have to laugh at ALL of the food and bulk ingredients I have in my kitchen. But it makes it so nice when I want to make something and I have all of the ingredients ready to go. We should all post pictures of our kitchens and pantrys.
Julie
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krista
11 posts
May 12, 2006
10:54 AM
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We should all post pictures of our kitchens and pantrys.
I only support this idea if other people's pantries are as messy as mine! My poor kitchen cupboards are a jumble of bulk-store plastic bags filled with beans, grains, baking supplies, and all of these wacky ingredients like seaweeds. :) I keep saying I'm going to invest in some decent jars and containers, and really properly organize, but it never seems to happen. I can safely say that no one else would know which of the various bags of whitish powder was, say, cornstarch and which was egg replacer.
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JulieH
313 posts
May 12, 2006
2:02 PM
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Krista, I think we're all in the same boat. When I moved last year, I tried to organize all the bulk stuff in glass crocks and wide-mouth canning jars. It works for the most part, except that now I don't have anymore room for jars. So I still wind up with bags. I think we all should definitely post some pictures.
Julie
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Dori
380 posts
May 14, 2006
7:52 PM
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krista don't feel bad, mine probably look the same way. I bravely posted along with Brenda and Bryanna.
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scj121
89 posts
May 16, 2006
6:09 AM
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OK, I'm ordering the irish moss powder NOW so I can finally try the new cheese recipes.
Which one should I start on? I'm really craving some sharp vermont cheddar (I used to eat the white kind).
Steph
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Brenda W.
87 posts
May 16, 2006
9:12 AM
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Steph,
They're both so easy to whip up, you'll easily be able to do both the same day. Ours disappears pretty fast, and even with just two of us, we eat it up quickly!! Plus, Bryanna says you can freeze it ... I've never had any last long enough to do that.
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JulieH
320 posts
May 16, 2006
9:31 AM
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Which issue of The Vegan Feast has Bryanna's Cheeze recipes in it?
Thanks!
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Bryanna
Owner/Moderator
1618 posts
May 16, 2006
12:18 PM
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Vol. #2, Issue #2 Oct./Nov. 2004
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JulieH
321 posts
May 16, 2006
3:22 PM
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Thanks Bryanna. What about the new versions of the cheeze recipes using Irish Moss powder instead of Emes?
Julie
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Bryanna
Owner/Moderator
1620 posts
May 16, 2006
3:24 PM
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I have replaced the old versions with the new ones in that issue.
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"To look like a goddess, eat like a peasant." Karen Andres
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JulieH
322 posts
May 16, 2006
5:05 PM
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Found it. Thanks Bryanna!
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