SCHMIERKASE (CREAM CHEESE)
This is an old Amish cheese recipe. The only way that it can be made is if you have access to raw milk to make the curd or what they call crumbs. Schmierkase translated is cream cheese. The Amish used it as a bread spread with jams VERY IMPORTANT!!! I wanted to add a note to anyone trying this recipe. It calls for water. If...
Provided by Linda Kauppinen
Categories Other Sauces
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Let milk sour until it becomes very thick, then heat to 115 to 120 degrees.
- 2. Pour half of milk into a coarse cloth bag to drain. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Empty curds into a bowl and crumble. Repeat process with remaining milk.
- 3. Let crumbs set at room temperature for 2 to 3 days(up to 5 days if a stronger flavor is desired).
- 4. To crumbs (should be about 4 cups) add baking soda and mix well. Pour into double boiler and let stand for 30 minutes, then add 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups warm water.
- 5. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Mix in butter, salt and finally the cup of hot water, adding it 1/4 cup at a time.
- 6. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring to dissolve crumbs. Allow to cool, then spread on bread and serve!
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Sick Syn
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves cream cheese.
July family tv
[email protected]This cream cheese is so creamy and delicious.
Eret
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses all-natural ingredients.
Saba Noor
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing.
Lee Malone
[email protected]I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a hit.
Shahab Totalstation
[email protected]This is the best schmierkase cream cheese recipe I've ever tried.
mohammed Kabir usman jada
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe.
lynsey Palmer
[email protected]This cream cheese is perfect for bagels.
Ariyan Ahmed Sohan
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper!
Salaheddin Mrabet
[email protected]I love the tangy flavor of this cream cheese.
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[email protected]Delicious!
Kichu Maya
[email protected]This was my first time making schmierkase cream cheese, and it turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.
KAMROI MD
[email protected]I had some trouble finding schmierkase, but I'm so glad I did. This recipe was a huge hit at my party!
Usman Orakzai
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too tangy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Otherwise, it was a great recipe.
Marion Jones
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cream cheese, but this schmierkase version was a game changer. It was so smooth and flavorful.
Rx Imran Vai
[email protected]This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was totally worth it. The schmierkase cream cheese turned out amazing!
Cynthia Chiamaka
[email protected]I've tried many cream cheese recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. The schmierkase gives it a unique flavor that I just love.
Abiola Feshitan
[email protected]This schmierkase cream cheese was an absolute delight! The texture was smooth and creamy, and the flavor was perfectly balanced. It was the perfect addition to my morning bagel.