Cheese Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cheese Ingredients
Method
Cheese Making Directions
- 1
- 2
Add Citric Acid
Once the milk has reached the desired temperature, remove it from the heat and stir in the citric acid until fully dissolved.
- 3
Add Rennet
Dissolve the rennet in a small amount of cool, non-chlorinated water, then stir it into the milk. Let it sit undisturbed for about 5-10 minutes until the curds form.
- 4
Cut the Curds
Once the curds have formed, use a knife to cut them into small cubes. Let the curds sit for another 5 minutes.
- 5
Cook the Curds
Gently heat the curds to 105°F (40°C) while stirring gently. Maintain this temperature for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Drain the Curds
Pour the curds into a colander lined with cheesecloth to drain the whey. Rinse under cool water and sprinkle with salt, mixing well.
- 7
Mold the Cheese
Transfer the curds into a mold or shape them by hand. Press down firmly to remove excess whey.
- 8
Age the Cheese (optional)
If you prefer aged cheese, wrap it in cheese paper and store it in a cool, humid environment for a few weeks.