Cottage Cheese Recipe

Inspired by The Griddle

Time30m

Serves4

Make Cottage Cheese Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Heating the Milk
In a large pot, pour 1 cup of milk and heat it over medium heat until it reaches 190°F (88°C), stirring occasionally to prevent it from scorching.
2
Adding Rennet
Once the milk has reached the desired temperature, remove it from heat and stir in the rennet. Mix well for about 30 seconds.
3
Setting the Curds
Cover the pot and let it sit undisturbed for about 5-10 minutes until curds form and separate from the whey.

4
Cutting the Curds
Using a long knife, cut the curds into small cubes (about 1-inch).
5
Cooking the Curds
Gently heat the curds over low heat, stirring occasionally, for another 5 minutes until slightly firm.
6
Draining the Whey
Pour the curds into a colander lined with cheesecloth and drain the whey for about 10 minutes.

7
Rinsing the Curds
Rinse the curds under cold running water to remove any remaining whey and cool them down.
8
Seasoning
Transfer the curds into a bowl and add salt, black pepper, and chopped chives. Mix well to combine.
9
Serving
Your cottage cheese is ready to serve! Enjoy it plain, or use it in salads, dips, or other dishes.