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How to make ricotta cheese

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Cottage cheese, also known as ricotta, is a cheese obtained from a second processing of whey. Its characteristics are its white color, mild flavor and soft and grainy texture. Today we show you how to make ricotta cheese, a must-have in Italian cuisine. Use it in desserts and savoury dishes alike; it's one of the traditional fillings for pasta

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Recipe Summary

Preparation

60 min

Cooking

15 min

Servings

12

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ingredients

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Instructions

1

Step 1

Heat the milk until a foam starts to form around the edges.
2

Step 2

Add the yogurt, little by little while stirring.
3

Step 3

Before it boils, at 90º C, add the lemon juice.
4

Step 4

Lower the heat and keep stirring until the whey is completely separated from the milk.
5

Step 5

Turn off the kitchen and let it rest for 5 minutes.
6

Step 6

Place a pot, over it a colander covered with gauze.
7

Step 7

Strain the cheese from the whey.
8

Step 8

Make a small package with the gauze so that it wraps around the cheese. Leave it hanging in the colander for a few hours.
9

Step 9

Remove the cheese from the cheesecloth, crumble it and add 1/2 tsp of salt, the amount is to taste.
10

Step 10

Place the shredded cheese in a soft plastic container or cheese maker.
11

Step 11

With the help of the gauze, it gradually compacts the cheese, exerting pressure on its entire surface.
12

Step 12

Add a teaspoon of the whey and refrigerate it, covered, for a few hours.
13

Step 13

Unmold it and enjoy your cheese.

Tips for this recipe

Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare How to make ricotta cheese and get the best results.

  • Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
  • Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
  • Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning

Variations of this recipe

Try these delicious variations of How to make ricotta cheese to give a different touch to your preparation.

  • Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
  • Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
  • Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables

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