Homemade Cheese with Herbs Recipe
Ingredients for a Rustic Delicacy:
- Milk: 1 liter, the wholesome base
- Kefir or Buttermilk: 1 liter, for cultured tang
- Eggs: 6, binding elements
- Salt: 2 tsp, for seasoning
- Hot Red Pepper: 0.3 tsp, for a spicy note
- Caraway Seeds: 0.5 tsp, for a hint of earthiness
- Chopped Herbs: 1 tbsp, for freshness
- Ground Black Pepper: to taste (optional)
Preparation for a Flavorful Homemade Cheese:
- Herb Prep: Finely chop the dill.
- Milk Mixture: In a pot with a thick bottom, blend the milk and kefir. Stir well and gently heat on the stove over low heat.
- Egg Mixture: Whip the eggs with a pinch of salt using a whisk or fork until smooth.
- Cooking the Curds: Gradually pour the eggs into the warm milk mixture, stirring continuously. Bring to a boil and simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Cooling: Let the cheese cool slightly in the pot before removing it from the heat. This will make the cheese firmer and easier to handle.
- Draining: Line a colander or fruit sieve with cheesecloth and strain the cheese to remove excess liquid.
- Seasoning the Cheese: To the strained cheese, add the hot red pepper, ground black pepper, caraway seeds, and dill.
- Final Mixing: Mix the cheese thoroughly with the spices and herbs.
- Setting the Cheese: Tie the cheesecloth tightly. Place the cheese in the refrigerator under a weight for 5-6 hours to set.
- Serving: Once ready, your homemade cheese with herbs and caraway can be cut into cubes or strips, ready to be served.
Enjoy Your Creation! Delight in this homemade cheese, infused with the bold flavors of garden-fresh herbs and the aromatic warmth of caraway. A true testament to the simple joys of home cooking.
