FROMAGE BLANC/FARMER'S CHEESE

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swiped off foodwishes.com, reposting for safekeeping. this is on my chef bucket list and i'm so excited i think i'll be making it very soon! actually looks rather easy: curdle milk and drain out whey, ta da!

Provided by spiritussancto

Categories     Spreads

Time 50m

Yield 1 cup?, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups whole milk
1 cup buttermilk, active culture type
2 teaspoons lemon juice or 2 teaspoons white vinegar, more if needed
3/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • bring milk to 175 degrees or just below simmering (little bubbles on sides, steam rising) on low heat in a heavy bottom pan, stirring gently to prevent skin from forming or bottom from scorching.
  • add buttermilk and lemon juice and stir gently, if it does not start to curdle in 30 seconds add another tsp of lemon juice.
  • let sit for 10 min, in the mean time line a strainer with 4 layers of cheesecloth.
  • ladle the curds and whey into your lined strainer and let drain for 5 min.
  • gather up the cheesecloth and tie with a string onto your wooden spoon to hang over the pot for 30 min.
  • snip off the top of the cheesecloth and remove the new cheese from the cloth.
  • mix in salt and press into a pretty little mold like the ones you use for mini quiches. you could line that with cheesecloth as well just for texture and easy of removing from the mold.
  • can be served fresh or chill overnight *recommended* covered with plastic wrap. turn out onto the serving plate and serve drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with pepper or fresh chopped herbs.
  • can be made in bigger batches and cooked with or just serve on special occasions with nice crackers or bread.

Jonika Chettri
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I'm definitely going to be making this cheese again.


Brooklyn Roberrs
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy cheese.


Mo McLearie
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's so easy to make and the cheese is delicious.


Manisha Bohara
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This is the best fromage blanc I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Laura Rothrock
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I love how versatile this cheese is. I've used it in everything from salads to desserts.


Sarahjane Legon
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This is my go-to recipe for fromage blanc. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Nabila Syeda
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients and the cheese is amazing.


Mohd Riyaz
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the cheese is delicious.


Courage Black
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I've never made fromage blanc before, but this recipe made it easy. The cheese turned out great!


Kurhula Palesa
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This recipe is a keeper! The cheese is delicious and it's so easy to make.


Graciela Munoz
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I love making this cheese at home. It's so fresh and creamy.


Hol Voda
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This is a great basic recipe for fromage blanc. It's easy to follow and the cheese turns out great.


Kevin Kyazze
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the cheese is delicious. I've used it in a variety of dishes, from salads to pasta dishes.


Cataleya Stephens
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This is the best fromage blanc recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and tangy, and it's perfect for spreading on toast or crackers.


Luka Goderdzishvili
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I've made this cheese several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


sweet sana
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover milk and cream. It's also a delicious and versatile cheese that can be used in a variety of dishes.