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Homemade Cheese
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A simple recipe for making homemade cheese using milk and yogurt.
00:15:00 total
Serves 4
easy
Sides / Appetizer
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Ingredients
- milk - 1 quart (room temperature, full fat)
- yogurt - 1 cup (plain, homemade preferred)
- salt - 1 to 1.5 tablespoons (to taste)
- vinegar - 1/4 to 1/3 cup (apple cider or white distilled)
- eggs - 3 to 4 (optional for creaminess)
Instructions
- Heat the Milk: Bring the room temperature milk to a boil.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in yogurt, salt, and vinegar once the milk starts boiling.
- Curdle the Milk: Allow the mixture to simmer until it curdles, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Strain the Curds: Pour the curds into a fine mesh sifter to drain the whey.
- Mold the Cheese: Transfer the curds into a cheese mold and press down. Let it sit for 24 to 48 hours.
