Jun 09 2026

Cheese Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Cheese Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cheese Base

Method

Cheese Base Preparation

  1. 1

    Heat the Milk

    In a large pot, pour 4 cups of milk and heat it over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom.

  2. 2

    Add Lemon Juice

    Once the milk begins to steam and small bubbles form, add 1/4 cup of lemon juice. Stir gently and continue to heat for another 5 minutes until curds form.

  3. 3

    Strain the Curds

    Remove the pot from heat. Line a colander with cheesecloth and pour the curds and whey into it. Let it drain for about 10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Rinse and Season

    Rinse the curds under cold water to remove any residual whey. Transfer the curds to a bowl, add 1 tsp of salt, and mix well.

Flavoring (optional)

  1. 5

    Add Herbs and Spices

    If desired, add 1 tbsp of dried herbs, 1/2 tsp of garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp of red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly until evenly distributed.

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