Episode 36: As the Cheese Melts: Trader Joe's "Professor Matt" Tells Us About That

Have you ever thought about why cheese melts the way it does? Or why some cheeses melt differently than others? And further to that, why some cheeses don't really melt at all, but just get a little soft? On this episode of Inside Trader Joe's, our very own "Professor Matt" explains it all to you, with a little help from our resident cheese expert, Kim. From enzymes to acid, and fresh cheese to aged, we bring you the art and science behind one of the best ways to enjoy "milk's leap toward immortality," cheese. Stop what you're doing and melt with us. Transcript (PDF)