Cheese Curds Recipe

Cheese Curds Preparation

1. 1

   Heat the Milk

   Pour the whole milk into a large pot and heat it slowly over medium heat until it reaches 190°F (88°C), stirring gently to prevent burning.

2. 2

   Add Vinegar

   Once the milk reaches the desired temperature, remove it from the heat. Stir in the white vinegar slowly, mixing well. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the curds form.

3. 3

   Add Rennet

   Dissolve the rennet tablet in a small amount of cool, non-chlorinated water. Stir the rennet into the curds gently and let it sit undisturbed for another 5-10 minutes until the curds have fully formed and separated from the whey.

4. 4

   Cut the Curds

   Using a slotted spoon, cut the curds into 1-inch cubes. Let them sit for an additional 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Cook the Curds

   Return the pot to low heat and gently cook the curds for about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The curds should become firmer and start to release more whey.

6. 6

   Drain the Curds

   Line a large bowl with cheese cloth and pour the curds into the cloth. Gather the edges of the cloth and squeeze out as much whey as possible.

7. 7

   Add Salt

   Transfer the drained curds to a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Mix gently to combine, allowing the salt to dissolve and flavor the curds.

8. 8

   Cool and Store

   Let the cheese curds cool to room temperature before storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can be enjoyed fresh or used in various dishes.