what is rennet made
The FDA does not require cheesemakers to specify what type of rennet they use. However, rennet made from animal chymosin is usually called âtraditional rennetâ on a cheese label, while most cheesemakers who use plant-based rennet specify thistle rennet or plant rennet or vegetarian rennet on the label. Your safest bet is to buy cheese from a cheese shop with knowledgeable cheesemongers. They should be able to point out all the cheese in the store that is not made from animal rennet. For more guidance, consult this partial list of artisanal cheeses made with vegetarian rennet. 1  Cheese Appetizers. 2  Ingredient Information. 3  Basic Ingredients. 4  Cooking FAQs. 5  Cheese Appetizers. 6  Ingredient Information. 7  Cooking FAQs. 8  Food History.