Jul 09 2026

Cheese Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

One Cheese

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Ingredients

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Cheese Ingredients

Method

Cheese Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Milk

    In a large pot, heat the milk over medium heat until it reaches about 190°F (87°C). Stir occasionally to prevent scorching.

  2. 2

    Add Lemon Juice

    Once the milk is hot, remove it from the heat and add the lemon juice. Stir gently for a few seconds until the milk curdles and separates into curds and whey.

  3. 3

    Strain the Curds

    Line a colander with cheesecloth and place it over a bowl. Pour the curdled milk into the colander to strain out the whey. Rinse the curds under cold water to remove the lemon flavor.

  4. 4

    Season the Cheese

    Transfer the curds to a bowl, add salt, and mix well. You can also add herbs or spices if desired.

  5. 5

    Form the Cheese

    Gather the cheesecloth and squeeze out excess moisture. Shape the cheese into a ball or press it into a mold. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.

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