HOMEMADE SMOKED MOZZARELLA CHEESE

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Turn a gallon of milk into fresh milky mozzarella to impress your guests. This is very easy to to do, but you must be very precise. You can find citric acid and rennet at your local health or organic food store or order online. You also need a food thermometer to read temperatures from 75 to 110 degrees F (24 to 43 degrees C).

Provided by AliciaVR6

Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Ingredients

5 ⅓ cups powdered non-fat milk
15 ¼ cups cold water, divided
1 pint heavy whipping cream
1 ½ teaspoons citric acid powder
rennet
flaked sea salt to taste
2 drops liquid smoke, or more to taste

Steps:

Reconstitute powdered milk by stirring into 15 cups cold water; stir until dissolved.
Combine reconstituted milk, heavy cream, and citric acid in a large pot over low heat. Heat to 90 degrees F (32 degrees C), about 15 minutes.
Dilute 1/4 teaspoon rennet in remaining 1/4 cup water. Pour into the pot and stir, about 45 seconds. Continue to heat mixture until it reaches 100 degrees F (38 degrees C), about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
Let mixture stand until temperature climbs to 105 degrees F (41 degrees C), about 3 minutes, and sets into curd. Pull edge of the curd gently with a thin knife or spoon to check to make sure it is set.
Slice vertically into the pot to cut curd into 1-inch squares. Transfer curd to a microwave-safe bowl using a hand-held strainer or slotted spoon, draining out as much liquid (whey) as possible.
Heat the curd in the microwave on high for 1 minute. Drain off whey. Stretch curd mixture and fold, repeating until it cools and becomes difficult to stretch.
Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds. Drain whey. Stretch and fold the curds repeatedly.
Repeat this process one more time, kneading salt and liquid smoke into the cheese. Shape into a ball and place in a bowl of cold water. Cover with plastic wrap and chill until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 994.2 calories, Carbohydrate 87.2 g, Cholesterol 195 mg, Fat 45.8 g, Protein 60.3 g, SaturatedFat 28.3 g, Sodium 1008.3 mg, Sugar 83.3 g

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rhopi hopi

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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so easy and delicious.

Flynn George

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This recipe is a must-try for any cheese lover. The cheese is delicious and the smokiness is perfect.

Arinaitwe Phiona

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I'm so impressed with how this cheese turned out. It's just as good as store-bought smoked mozzarella.

Joseph Lotorto

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This cheese is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'm definitely going to be making this again.

Samuel Wambugu SANDIWAROS SOUNDS ENT

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I love the smoky flavor of this cheese. It's perfect for grilled cheese sandwiches.

mr_Shakib_ hassan

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I followed the recipe exactly and the cheese turned out perfectly. I'm so glad I tried this recipe.

Khanamjad KhanAmjadkhan

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This is the best smoked mozzarella cheese I've ever had. It's so flavorful and creamy.

Omar Ruiz

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I've never been a huge fan of smoked cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavor is subtle and not overpowering.

Sham Awan

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The smokiness of this cheese is out of this world. I can't wait to try it on my next pizza.

Abu Hanif Noman

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This cheese is perfect for sandwiches, pizza, or just snacking on. I highly recommend trying this recipe.

Olawale Lateef

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I was a bit skeptical about making my own cheese, but this recipe was so easy to follow and the results were incredible. The cheese was delicious and had a beautiful smoky flavor.