What Kind of Cheese Is Vegetarian? A Guide to Choosing Animal-Rennet-Free Options
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Over 90% of factory-made cheese worldwide now uses microbial or fermentation rennet, making a vast selection of vegetarian options available. Choosing what kind of cheese is vegetarian depends on a single ingredient: the type of rennet used to coagulate the milk during production. While traditionally sourced from animal stomachs, modern alternatives provide the same function without animal products.
