Description
Fresh, creamy cottage cheese made from raw milk with soft curds and a mild tangy flavor, perfect for both sweet and savory dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 gallon raw milk
- 1/4 cup white vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Pour the raw milk into a large pot and slowly heat it to about 85°C, just below boiling.
- Remove from heat and gently stir in the vinegar or lemon juice.
- Let the mixture sit undisturbed for 10 minutes until curds form.
- Line a colander with cheesecloth and carefully pour the mixture into it.
- Allow the curds to drain for 10 to 15 minutes depending on your preferred texture.
- Rinse the curds lightly if you want a milder flavor.
- Transfer to a bowl, mix with salt and heavy cream.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality milk for best flavor
- Do not overheat the milk to avoid tough curds
- Adjust salt and cream to taste
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: raw milk cottage cheese, homemade cottage cheese, fresh cheese recipe, easy cottage cheese, soft curd cheese