Ingredients:
4 cups of fresh whole milk.
2 tablespoons of white vinegar.
Instructions:
Step 1
Prepare Your Ingredients: Before you begin, have your milk and vinegar ready. Since this recipe moves quickly, having everything in place will ensure a smooth process.
Step 2
Heat the Milk: Pour the milk into a large pot and heat it slowly over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom. Heat the milk until it’s nearly boiling, reaching around 190°F if you have a thermometer.
Step 3
Add the Vinegar: Once the milk is hot, remove it from the heat and gently stir in the white vinegar. You’ll notice the milk starting to curdle as the acid in the vinegar reacts with it.
Step 4
Let It Sit: Allow the mixture to rest for a few minutes. During this time, the curds will separate from the whey.
Step 5
Drain and Squeeze: Set a colander lined with a clean cloth or towel over a bowl, and pour the curdled milk into it. Gently squeeze the cheese to remove excess liquid and shape it.
Step 6
Season and Enjoy: Transfer the cheese to a dish. You can add a pinch of salt, herbs, or spices to enhance the flavor. It’s ready to enjoy immediately!
The Joy of Sharing
As my grandma used to say, the true pleasure of cooking comes from sharing it with loved ones. This homemade cheese, soft and subtly flavored, is perfect on crackers, mixed into pasta, or spread on fresh bread. It brings a taste of Italian tradition to your table, sparking stories and creating memories as effortlessly as a glass of wine.
Savor the simplicity of this recipe and the joy of making cheese from scratch. It’s a wonderful way to connect with the past while creating new memories. After all, the most cherished recipes are those that bring us together, filled with love and the warmth of homemade food.