Farmer's cheese is a simple, very mild cheese with a crumbly texture. It is really easy to make at home with this simple farmer's cheese recipe. To add more flavor, mix fresh herbs in with the curds or sprinkle herbs on top of the farmer's cheese with olive oil and red pepper flakes. Farmer's cheese can be eaten with bread or...
Provided by Linda Kauppinen
Categories Other Sauces
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- 1. Bring milk to a slow boil. Keep the heat at medium or medium low, otherwise you risk burning the milk to the bottom of the pot.
- 2. When small, foamy bubbles begin to form on the surface of the milk, but it is not yet at a rolling boil, turn off the heat. If you have a thermometer, which is helpful, the temperature will read about 190 degrees.
- 3. Add the vinegar and stir the milk. You will notice curds immediately beginning to form. Let the milk sit for 15 minutes. After this time, add any additional flavors (like fresh herbs).
- 4. Place a colander over a large bowl or pot. Drape either cheesecloth or a thin dish towel over the colander. Pour the curds into the cheese cloth. The whey (liquid) will drain and be collected in the bowl below and the solids curds will be caught in the cheese cloth.
- 5. Lift the cheese cloth up and wrap it around the curds, twisting and squeezing to expel moisture. After squeezing out the moisture, the curds for farmer's cheese will be dry and crumbly. If you want a creamier texture, mix a little of the reserved whey back in with the curds.
- 6. To shape the cheese, keep it wrapped in cheese cloth and form it into a mound on a plate. Set another plate on top and press the curds into a flat disc that is 1-2 inches tall. Cover and refrigerate for an hour or so before removing cheese cloth.
- 7. NOTE: suggest you go easy on the salt and use a fine granualted salt, not kosher salt--the salt tends to stick to the outside. You can always adjust salt in any recipe you use this in. This makes a very great and tasty fresh cheese. It's quite delicate in flavor and not very strong,
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Arifur Rahman
[email protected]I'm so happy I found this recipe. I love making my own cheese and this one is no exception.
AP Nicole
[email protected]This cheese is so versatile. I've used it in everything from lasagna to macaroni and cheese. It's always a hit.
You thoughts gameing Studio
[email protected]I've been experimenting with different ways to use this cheese. I recently made a grilled cheese sandwich with it and it was amazing!
Tshiamo MOKOENA
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The cheese is delicious and it's a great way to use up extra milk.
Johnny Joestar
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cheese, but I really enjoyed this Amish farmers cheese. It's mild and creamy, and it goes well with a variety of foods.
Lenka Hor√°kov√°
[email protected]This cheese is perfect for a variety of dishes. I've used it in salads, sandwiches, and even as a dip.
Loubna Belaribi
[email protected]I've never had Amish farmers cheese before, but I'm definitely a fan now. This recipe is easy to follow and the cheese turned out great.
Alodji Matthew
[email protected]This cheese is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful. I can't wait to try it in different dishes.
Emmy Ross
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good Amish farmers cheese recipe for a long time.
Ahmed Hussain Ali
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The cheese is delicious and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again and again.
Shanto sd Shuvo
[email protected]This Amish farmers cheese is a staple in my kitchen. I use it in everything from salads to sandwiches to dips.
Hamza Champion
[email protected]I love this recipe! The cheese is so creamy and flavorful. I've used it in a variety of dishes and it's always been a hit.
Stella Steven
[email protected]This was my first time making Amish farmers cheese and it turned out great! I was surprised at how easy it was to make and how delicious it was.
Molvi Amir Lalani
[email protected]I've been making this Amish farmers cheese for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.
clara Diaz jaray
[email protected]This Amish farmers cheese was a hit at our last potluck! Everyone loved the mild flavor and creamy texture. It was perfect for spreading on crackers or bread, or using in salads and sandwiches.