jannababe
Culinary Explorer
I recently made homemade cottage cheese, and it turned out delicious! It's so much fresher than store-bought and surprisingly easy to make. If you're a fan of cottage cheese, you'll love this recipe.
Ingredients:
- 1 gallon whole milk
- 1/4 cup white vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional, for creamier texture)
Instructions:
- Heat the Milk: Pour the milk into a large pot and heat it over medium heat until it reaches about 190°F (just below boiling).
- Add Vinegar or Lemon Juice: Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the vinegar or lemon juice. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes. The milk will start to curdle.
- Strain the Curds: Line a colander with cheesecloth and pour the curdled milk into it. Allow it to drain for about 5 minutes.
- Rinse the Curds: Rinse the curds under cold water while gently stirring to remove the vinegar or lemon juice flavor.
- Salt and Cream: Transfer the curds to a bowl, sprinkle with salt, and add heavy cream if you like a creamier texture. Mix well.
- Refrigerate: Store the cottage cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
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