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  • Author: Erin Mahoney
  • Yield: 1 cup of cheese 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 and 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 Tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a medium, non-reactive saucepan, combine milk, cream and salt.
  2. Using a candy thermometer, heat to 190 degrees, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
  3. Once it reaches 190 degrees, remove from heat and add lemon juice.
  4. Stir gently a couple of times to combine, then allow to sit undisturbed for five minutes.
  5. Place a strainer lined with a thin towel (or a couple of layers of cheesecloth) over a large bowl.
  6. Slowly pour mixture through the strainer, and allow it to drain for 1-2 hours. The longer it drains, the drier it will become. (I usually stop draining right at the hour mark.)
  7. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week (this will depend on the freshness of your milk and cream, so it could be a couple of days or even 10 days or more – use your nose as a freshness guide!)
  • Category: Basics