MY GRANDMA’S TIPS: QUARK
A soft fresh cheese, quark has a creamy texture similar to sour cream and a mild, tangy flavour. It originates from Europe (quark essentially means curd), is made from soured milk and is virtually fat-free, therefore it is a healthy alternative to most other creamy cheeses. It is a soft, spoonable cheese, making it a good substitute for ingredients such as double cream, mascarpone and crème fraîche.
Quark is low in sugar and salt but high in protein (around 11g per 100g) and is a rich source of vitamin A and B vitamins. It can be added to sweet and savoury dishes, such as cakes and reducedfat pasta sauces, to dips (try mixing it with herbs) and low-fat spreads.
It’s ideal if you want a fresh and healthy meal, such as macaroni cheese and quark fish pie – useful for those who are managing their weight. Mixing quark with fruit and nuts also makes for a good breakfast.
You will find quark in health-food stores, large supermarkets and The Lake District Dairy Co: www.lakedistrictquark.co.uk
Quark is low in sugar and salt but high in protein (around 11g per 100g) and is a rich source of vitamin A and B vitamins. It can be added to sweet and savoury dishes, such as cakes and reducedfat pasta sauces, to dips (try mixing it with herbs) and low-fat spreads.
It’s ideal if you want a fresh and healthy meal, such as macaroni cheese and quark fish pie – useful for those who are managing their weight. Mixing quark with fruit and nuts also makes for a good breakfast.
You will find quark in health-food stores, large supermarkets and The Lake District Dairy Co: www.lakedistrictquark.co.uk