Cottage Cheese Recipe

Time1h

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Heat the Milk
Pour the milk into a large pot and heat it over medium heat until it reaches about 190°F (88°C). Stir occasionally to prevent scorching.
2
Add Acid
Once the milk is heated, remove it from the heat and slowly add the white vinegar or lemon juice while gently stirring the milk. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the curds form.
3
Strain the Curds
Line a colander with cheesecloth and pour the curds and whey into the colander to separate them. Allow the curds to drain for about 5 minutes.
4
Rinse the Curds
Rinse the curds under cold running water to remove any excess whey and vinegar flavor. Squeeze the cheesecloth to remove additional moisture.
5
Season the Cottage Cheese
Transfer the curds to a bowl, add salt to taste, and mix gently. Adjust seasoning according to preference.
6
Refrigerate
Cover the cottage cheese and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.