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When we’re talking about savory delicacies cheese is the first thing that comes to mind. It’s as healthy as it’s tasty so it’s necessary to add it to our daily menu because of its unique qualities. From ancient times it's believed that goat cheese is a cure to all kinds of internal discomfort. Its worth was praised by Omir himself.

The production of cheese has a very rich and ancient history. It origins from the remote past and although it was different from current dairy products by its consistency it was widely enjoyed. Its high nutritional value and a hundred percent healthy ingredients make it preferred food. The European climate is extremely favorable for its production. It doesn't need too much salt and successfully cultivates suitable conditions for healthy bacteria and mold.

Taste qualities

Not everyone is keen on the sharp smell of goat cheese. It all comes to habit. The benefits of consummating it are unquestionable. It’s extremely rich in lactic acid bacteria. In this term, it's head and shoulders above many other dairy products. There is a reason for that – goat food.

Goat menu

Unlike other herbivores, goats love fresh fruits, leaves, and branches. There are different kinds of grass and herbs on their menu. Because they eat the last to roots is the reason for the specific smell of goat feta cheese.

Specific ingredients

Feta cheese is very rich in proteins, calcium, and vitamins. Vitamins B4, B2, D, and K are in the biggest amounts. Lactic bacteria in it stop the growth of pathogenic microorganisms. Other ingredients of goat cheese are riboflavin, phosphorus, thiamine, and niacin. For years it has been building its reputation as a natural antibiotic. It prevents many diseases, including arthritis, rheumatoid and kidney problems. Goat cheese successfully strengthens the immune system and favorably influences sensitive stomach. It digests for only twenty minutes. The sparkling white color of this product is due to the lack of beta-carotene.

And something for the ladies

This goat temptation is very rich in silicon. It adds extra strength to your nails and stimulates hair growth. The skin looks smooth and shining. Reduce your visits to the beauty salons and start eating boldly this magical delicacy. Don’t worry about your figure. It has half the calories of cow cheese. There aren’t many arguments left to use as excuses.

You can prove to be a model housewife with tempting starters based on goat feta cheese. It’s a great ingredient you can add to many recipes from the Mediterranean cuisine. You can use goat feta cheese for making sauces, breakfasts, starters or desserts. Red wine is its best friend which makes it a good host of your table.

How to look after goats

For those who are completely obsessed with such food temptations and inclinations for village life, looking after goats is really easy regarding food and space. They can make it through even in extreme conditions and they aren’t picky about food at all. They’ll be glad to eat every plant that happens to be around them.

One goat can produce up to a hundred liters of milk during most months of the year. If you raise them with a roof above their heads you should secure a high fence and a dry place for them. If there are weak spots on the fence the animals will poke it with their mouths and probably they’ll make a hole big enough to escape. Goats are good climbers and excellent jumpers. You should know that if you’re about to raise them. Goats are social animals and they feel good where there are other ruminants. As likable as goats are they're not domestic animals. They require attention and care. So, if you're thinking about taking a representative of this kind, think twice before you act.

Gastronomical pleasures

Feta cheese is perfectly combined with fruits. You can be the star of the night with a dessert from goat cheese and figs, peaches, apricots or a melon. Its applications in the kitchen are countless and they depend on your taste and desires.

Goat cheese is relatively durable – from two to three weeks. The perfect temperature is 6-10 degrees. So don't worry you've bought too much. Preserved in the right conditions you can enjoy it in a month's time.