Homemade Farmer's Cheese
Experience the simple pleasure of crafting your own Farmer's Cheese at home. This time-honored recipe yields a fresh, subtly tangy cheese perfect for snacking, baking, or adding a creamy touch to your favorite dishes. A taste of tradition, made in your own kitchen.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
12 g
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Cholesterol
24 mg
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Fiber
0 g
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Protein
8 g
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Saturated Fat
5 g
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Sodium
98 mg
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Sugar
11 g
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Fat
8 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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Pour the milk into a large, heavy-bottomed pot and stir in the salt. (1 minute)
02 Step
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Heat the milk over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching. Bring the milk to a gentle boil – small bubbles will form around the edges. (20-30 minutes)
03 Step
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Once the milk reaches a boil, immediately turn off the heat. Stir in the lemon juice. The milk will begin to curdle. Allow it to sit undisturbed for 5-10 minutes to fully separate. (12 minutes)
04 Step
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Line a sieve or colander with several layers of cheesecloth. Gently pour the curdled milk into the cheesecloth-lined sieve, allowing the whey to drain. (2 minutes)
05 Step
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Gather the edges of the cheesecloth and gently squeeze out as much of the remaining whey as possible. The solid mass remaining in the cheesecloth is your fresh Farmer's Cheese. (5 minutes)
06 Step
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Wrap the cheese in fresh plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy within one week.
For a smoother cheese, you can strain the curds for a shorter amount of time, leaving more moisture.
Experiment with adding fresh herbs like dill, chives, or parsley to the cheese after draining for added flavor.
Don't discard the whey! It can be used in baking, smoothies, or even as a nutrient-rich addition to soups.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.2/ 5 ( 110 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
Cassandre Kilbacksawayn
Feb 8, 2025The cheese was delicious, and the lemon flavor was perfect! I used the whey to make bread. Thank you for sharing!
Malinda Langosh
Oct 24, 2024I added some chopped chives and it tasted awesome. Will definitely make it again!
Silas Stoltenbergbernier
Oct 4, 2023This recipe is so easy and satisfying! I can't believe I can make my own cheese.