Mozzarella Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cheese Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparing the Milk
- 1
- 2
Add Lemon Juice
Once the milk reaches 190°F, remove it from the heat and add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Stir gently for about 1 minute. You should see the curds starting to form.
- 3
Add Rennet
Dissolve 1 teaspoon of rennet in a small amount of cool water and add it to the milk mixture. Stir gently for about 30 seconds, then let it sit undisturbed for 5-10 minutes until the curd forms.
Cutting and Cooking the Curd
- 4
Cut the Curd
Once the curd has formed, use a knife to cut it into 1-inch cubes. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes to firm up.
- 5
Cook the Curd
Gently heat the curds over low heat, stirring frequently until they reach 105°F (40°C). This should take about 5-10 minutes.
- 6
Drain the Curds
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the curds to a large bowl lined with cheesecloth. Allow the whey to drain out completely.
Shaping the Mozzarella
- 7
Knead the Curd
Gather the cheesecloth and gently knead the curds together, adding 1 tablespoon of salt while kneading to incorporate flavor.
- 8
Stretch the Cheese
Heat a pot of water until hot but not boiling. Place the curds in the hot water for about 1-2 minutes, then stretch and fold the cheese repeatedly until smooth and elastic.
- 9
Form the Balls
Shape the stretched cheese into balls or logs, then place them in a bowl of ice water to cool and firm up.
