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product_id: 679404203
title: "Cultures For Health Mesophilic Cheese Starter | 4 Packets Direct-Set Culture + 2 Rennet Tablets Making Diy Semi-Soft Fresh Cheese, Like Cheddar, Quark, Colby, Feta, Cottage & More"
brand: "cultures for health"
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# 4 direct-set culture packets single-step mesophilic culturing low-temp friendly cheese making Cultures For Health Mesophilic Cheese Starter | 4 Packets Direct-Set Culture + 2 Rennet Tablets Making Diy Semi-Soft Fresh Cheese, Like Cheddar, Quark, Colby, Feta, Cottage & More

**Brand:** cultures for health
**Price:** ₪194
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🧀 Unlock your inner cheesemaker—fresh, natural, and irresistibly homemade!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cultures For Health Mesophilic Cheese Starter | 4 Packets Direct-Set Culture + 2 Rennet Tablets Making Diy Semi-Soft Fresh Cheese, Like Cheddar, Quark, Colby, Feta, Cottage & More by cultures for health
- **How much does it cost?** ₪194 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.il](https://www.desertcart.co.il/products/679404203-cultures-for-health-mesophilic-cheese-starter-4-packets-direct-set)

## Best For

- cultures for health enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cultures for health brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile Cheese Range:** Create cheddar, feta, quark, Colby, and more with one starter kit.
- • **Artisan Cheese, Your Way:** Craft fresh, preservative-free cheeses at home with total ingredient control.
- • **Low-Temperature Simplicity:** Mesophilic cultures thrive at easy-to-maintain temps, making cheesemaking stress-free.
- • **Beginner-Friendly Direct-Set:** No need for continuous culturing—perfect for first-timers and pros alike.
- • **Gift the DIY Cheese Experience:** A unique, thoughtful present for foodies and home chefs craving creativity.

## Overview

Cultures For Health Mesophilic Cheese Starter is a 4-packet direct-set culture kit with 2 rennet tablets designed for easy DIY semi-soft cheese making. Ideal for beginners and enthusiasts, it supports a wide variety of cheeses like cheddar, feta, and quark, requiring only low-temperature culturing. This gluten-free, preservative-free starter empowers you to craft fresh, natural cheeses at home with full control over ingredients.

## Description

Bring artisan cheesemaking into your own kitchen with the Mesophilic Cheese Direct-Set Starter from Cultures for Health. This DIY pack comes with 4 packets of direct-set starter culture, as well as 2 rennet tablets. These versatile cultures can be used to make many different types of cheese, such as traditional quark cheese, cheddar cheese, queso fresco, Colby cheese, chevre, pepper jack cheese, feta cheese, fromage blanc, Monterey Jack cheese, derby cheese, Swiss-style cream cheese, and more. With multiple cultures, you can try some different things and experiment, making this set perfect for beginners. Additionally, because this is a direct-set starter, it only cultures once, so you don't have to worry about continuously making more if you're just starting out. Mesophilic cheese cultures are also easier than thermophilic, as they don't need as high a temperature to be maintained while making it. Whether you want to try making cheese for the first time, you’re a pro that wants to branch out a little, or want to get your DIY-loving friend a unique gift, this mesophilic starter set from Cultures For Health is a great choice.

Review: This cheese culture was fantastic for making basic cheddar cheese. It's not my favorite brand of culture but it worked great.
Review: Made cheese and came out great

## Features

- HOMEMADE IS HEALTHIER: While store-bought cheese usually contains artificial coloring, preservatives, and additives, cheese you make at home will only have ingredients you select yourself.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B016C1RJ7C |
| ASIN  | B016C1RJ7C |
| Age Range Description | Child, Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #37,847 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #14 in Cheese Makers |
| Brand Name | Cultures for Health |
| Container Type | Pouch |
| Cuisine | Western |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (774) |
| Customer reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (774) |
| Diet Type | Gluten Free |
| Flavor | fresh |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Form | Cream |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Package Dimensions  | 17.6 x 13.11 x 1.09 cm; 9 g |
| Size | 1.6 Gram (Pack of 1) |
| Specialty | natural |
| UPC | 814598020438 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Cultures for Health
- **Diet type:** Gluten Free
- **Flavour:** fresh
- **Number of Items:** 1
- **Package information:** Pouch

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: How much cheese does this culture make?**
A: Yield will vary depending on what cheese you're making, how long you strain the curds, what type of milk you use, etc. However, generally with 1 gallon of milk, you can expect about 1 lb. feta, 5 servings pepper jack, or 1⅓ lbs. cottage cheese.

**Q: Do I need any special equipment?**
A: For most cheese, no—everything you need is probably already in your kitchen: a large stainless steel pot with lid, a non-aluminum mixing utensil, a thermometer, a cheesecloth (butter muslin or tight-weave towel can also work), a colander, and a bowl.

**Q: What kind of milk should I use for cheesemaking?**
A: Cheese can be made using almost any type of animal milk: cow, goat, sheep—even mare or camel. Unhomogenized milk is preferable, but you can absolutely use pasteurized, homogenized milk as well. The only kind we never recommend is ultra-pasteurized.

**Q: How long will the finished cheese last?**
A: Your cheese will last 7–10 days in the fridge and 6–9 months in the freezer. Make sure to get some cheese salt (non-iodized salt) before freezing. It's a good idea to have cheese salt around anyway, as it enhances the flavor and helps it last longer.

**Q: What should I do with the leftover whey?**
A: Don't just throw it out! Whey can be used as cooking liquid for potatoes, rice, grits, pasta and grains; as a starter culture for fermenting vegetables; as a nutrient boost in smoothies or drinks; to make whey cheese; or added to compost.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by K***Y on 31 July 2025*

This cheese culture was fantastic for making basic cheddar cheese. It's not my favorite brand of culture but it worked great.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***I on 6 November 2025*

Made cheese and came out great

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by B***L on 12 February 2026*

Easy to use. Cultured as advertised.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-15*