Name: Havens Humboldt Fog Recipe
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: California
Ingredients: 4 cups Goat's milk; 1 cup Heavy cream; 1 tbs Mesophilic starter culture; 1 tsp Liquid rennet; 1 tbs Salt; 1 tbs Charcoal powder; to taste Herbs (optional for flavor)

Kendall Jackson

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In a large pot, heat the goat's milk and cream mixture over low heat until it reaches 85°F (29°C).

Prepare the Milk

Sprinkle the mesophilic starter culture over the surface of the milk and let it rehydrate for 5 minutes. Stir gently to incorporate, then add the liquid rennet and stir for another 30 seconds.

Add Culture and Rennet

Cover the pot and let it sit undisturbed for 1-2 hours until the curds form and have a clean break.

Curd Formation

Using a long knife, cut the curds into 1-inch cubes. Let them rest for 5-10 minutes.

Cutting the Curds

Gently heat the curds to 105°F (40°C) while stirring occasionally. Once at temperature, hold for 30 minutes.

Cooking the Curds

Pour the curds into a cheesecloth-lined colander to drain whey. Gather the corners of the cheesecloth and form a pouch, then hang to drain for 4-6 hours.

Draining the Curds

Once drained, transfer the curds to a mixing bowl. Add salt and charcoal powder, mixing thoroughly. Pack into a cheese mold and press for 12-24 hours.

Salting and Shaping

Remove from the mold, wrap in cheese paper, and age in a cool, humid environment for at least 2 weeks, flipping every few days.

Aging

Once aged, the cheese can be sliced and served. Add herbs if desired for additional flavor.

Serving

Goat's milk

Heavy cream

Mesophilic starter culture

Liquid rennet

Salt

Charcoal powder

Herbs (optional for flavor)

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Humboldt Fog Recipe

Ingredients

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Method

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