Are you looking for a delicious and affordable way to make your own feta cheese? Look no further! This simple recipe requires only two ingredients and takes just 5 minutes to prepare. Plus, it’s 4.5 times cheaper than store-bought feta cheese!
Ingredients:
- 1 gallon of milk
- 1/2 cup of lemon juice
Instructions:
- Pour the milk into a large pot and heat it over medium heat until it reaches 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
- While the milk is heating up, combine the lemon juice and 1 cup of water in a small bowl.
- Once the milk has reached 80 degrees Fahrenheit, slowly add the lemon juice mixture, stirring constantly.
- The milk will begin to curdle and separate into curds and whey.
- Turn off the heat and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes.
- Line a colander with cheesecloth and place it over a large bowl.
- Pour the curds and whey mixture into the cheesecloth-lined colander.
- Gather the cheesecloth together and twist it to form a bundle.
- Hang the bundle over the bowl and let it drain for 30 minutes.
- Once the whey has stopped draining, remove the cheese from the cheesecloth and place it in a container.
- Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.
Tips:
- For a firmer feta cheese, let the curds drain for a longer period of time.
- You can add salt, herbs, or spices to the cheese for flavor.
- Store the feta cheese in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Enjoy your delicious and homemade feta cheese!
This recipe is a great way to save money and make a delicious and healthy cheese. It’s also a fun and easy project to do with kids.
Here are some additional tips for making feta cheese:
- Use fresh, pasteurized milk for the best results.
- If you don’t have cheesecloth, you can use a clean kitchen towel or coffee filter.
- The temperature of the milk is important for the curdling process.
- Be patient when letting the cheese drain. The longer you let it drain, the firmer the cheese will be.
I hope you enjoy this recipe!
Please let me know if you have any questions.
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