Where does rennet really come from?

[Dr_metz_livs]

According to a website I recently viewed, the rennet added to cheese comes from small hamster-like rodents called rennets! I honestly cannot believe this is true! However, being young and impressionable I feel I ought to make sure. Any help appreciated, thanks everyone.

[nickmo]

Rennet is derived from the lining of the stomach of a cow. Specifically it is an enzyme from the stomach of animals that chew the cud - cow, goat, lamb. Thats why vegetarians won't have ordinary cheese. Look out for vege alternatives if you have issues with eating produce from the slaughter of animals,

Rennet coagulates the cheese into a solid. Details at http://www.vegsoc.org. Follow links to descriptions of rennet and uses. Alternatives come from micro-organisms.

[funnywebsite]

Sounds another urban myth. This one is definitely not at all believable. But just in case I will check my cheese for hamster droppings in the future. Has extra matured got extra rennet droppings I wonder?

[Goodsoulette]

rofl

[Dr_metz_livs]

Ok it is a hoax, but it's so well done! Check out www.savetherennets.com if you fancy a giggle!

[Rennet]

Very funny though - have you seen the link about seagulls at the bottom of the page?