Calcium salts of high-oleic sunflower oil (>86% oleic acid) were prepared a
nd fed at 0% and 7.5% of diet dry matter weight to 8 Holstein cows in early
- to mid-lactation in a cross-over experimental design. Oleic acid content
of milk fat increased from 26% to over 40% and cholesterol-raising saturate
s were reduced from 41% to 33%. Latin American white cheese, queso blanco,
was produced from modified and normal milk. No differences in firmness were
found between chef ses using penetration-compression testing with an Instr
on machine. Sensory difference tests indicated no significant differences b
etween cheeses. Latin American white cheeses made with high oleic milk are
similar to traditional cheese.