Chapter 281 - 280 Different Noodles
Zhang Baokui was extremely disappointed with the results of the cheese tasting today. Despite having used so much cow’s milk, energy, effort, and time, the final product did not meet expectations—in fact, it could even be said to be rather bad. However, the Chief Steward instructed to continue fermenting the cheese, without any mention of making improvements.
Zhang Baokui exclaimed in amazement, "Ah? Continue fermenting and keep using the same methods?"
Ye Xinyan looked at Zhang Baokui with approval. Faced with the less-than-ideal taste of the cheese, Zhang Baokui thought of improving the methods, truly someone who strives for perfection in his work.
"For now, let’s stick with it. The winter weather is cold, and humidity is hard to control. Next year, depending on the situation, we will build a few different fermentation chambers and make improvements then. For a short while, we’ll continue using the original methods," Ye Xinyan said.
But that wasn’t what he meant to say. "Chief Steward, what I mean is, if we keep making cheese the same way, won’t the cheese still have that strange taste?"
"Whether the taste is strange, let’s try eating it for a few days and see," Ye Xinyan said with a smile. "Moreover, since everyone is not used to it, there’s no need to make things difficult for everyone. For the next few days of tasting, just you stewards will do."
Zhang Baokui left to check on the curd draining workshop with a particularly sorrowful turn. Since the Chief Steward had given the order, he could only follow it, being extra careful with the draining process, which could easily lead to spoilage during fermentation.
For lunch the next day, a normal meal was served, accompanied by a dish of cold mixed vegetables with shredded cheese. Looking at the potato slices and cabbage mixed with what was meant to be high-priced cheese, Ye Xinyan felt like crying. It was such a waste. But now, having entered winter without any other fresh vegetables available, what to do?