There are many varieties of cream cheese available. Look for young cheeses with a far-off use-by date. Cream cheeses are designed to be eaten as fresh as possible. Eat 3-4 days after opening.

Buttermilk gives it a slight tang, and the result is something between cream cheese and ricotta. Coagulation is swift and visually dramatic for this one, making it an impressive cheese to make ...

For vegans, swap in plant-based cream and vegan cheese. Half fill a large saucepan with water, add plenty of salt and bring to the boil. Add the pasta and cook for 10–12 minutes, or according to ...