coco Q: How long does it take to make homemade farmer’s cheese?
A: The total time is about 70 minutes, including 10 minutes of preparation and 60 minutes of cooking.
Q: What are the main ingredients for farmer’s cheese?
A: The main ingredients are whole milk, plain white vinegar, and salt.
Q: Can I eat the cheese immediately after making it?
A: Yes, you can enjoy the cheese immediately or refrigerate it for a firmer texture.
Homemade Farmer's Cheese
Note
Ingredients:
- 1 gallon of whole milk
- 1 cup of plain white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- Heat the milk over medium heat until it reaches 180°F. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Remove the pot from heat and slowly add the vinegar, stirring gently. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Line a colander with cheese cloth and place it over a bowl or sink. Pour the milk mixture into the colander.
- Gather and tie the corners of the cheese cloth. Hang it to drain the whey for about 1 hour.
- Transfer the cheese to a bowl, stir in the salt, and enjoy immediately or refrigerate.
- Calories: 87kcal
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 14mg
- Sodium: 310mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 5g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 7g
