mozzarella

noun

moz·​za·​rel·​la ˌmät-sə-ˈre-lə How to pronounce mozzarella (audio)
: a moist white unsalted unripened cheese of mild flavor and a smooth rubbery texture

Examples of mozzarella in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Sprinkle mozzarella and feta cheeses over top and, using a fork, distribute the cheeses evenly into the egg mixture. Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 7 Mar. 2024 Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic is a crowd-pleasing combination. Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2024 Though not a dealbreaker, keep in mind that blade is designed for medium soft cheeses, like mozzarella and cheddar. Belle Duchene, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2024 Pepperoni, sausage, ham, sweet pepper bacon, mozzarella, cheddar, ranch drizzle. Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 7 Mar. 2024 Top the sauce with the mozzarella and pepperoni (about ¼ cup of cheese and 5 slices of pepperoni per calzone). Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 8 Feb. 2024 The item features two white meat fried chicken filets topped with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese and crispy pepperoni. Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2024 Little Mama’s is opening a second location at Rea Farms, featuring a mozzarella bar, large outdoor patio and indoor seating for about 200 guests. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 16 Feb. 2024 When dinnertime is calling, toss together cooked thin spaghetti, marinated tomatoes, and small mozzarella balls—this recipe is as simple as that. Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Italian, diminutive of mozza, a kind of cheese, from mozzare to cut off, from mozzo cut off, docked, from Vulgar Latin *mutius, alteration of Latin mutilus

First Known Use

1911, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mozzarella was in 1911

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“Mozzarella.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mozzarella. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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mozzarella

noun
moz·​za·​rel·​la ˌmät-sə-ˈrel-ə How to pronounce mozzarella (audio)
: a moist white rubbery mild-flavored cheese that is much used in Italian cooking

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