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cheese curds

Homemade Cheese Curds: 5 Steps to Pure Comfort!

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups of cheese curds 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious cheese curds are fresh, soft, and slightly tangy. They are a popular snack and ingredient in various dishes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 gallons of whole milk
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Heat the milk in a large pot to 190°F.
  2. Add the vinegar and stir gently for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  4. Strain the curds through cheesecloth.
  5. Rinse the curds under cold water and drain.
  6. Mix in salt and refrigerate.

Notes

  • Use fresh milk for the best results.
  • Adjust salt to taste.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: cheese curds, fresh cheese, snack