Good Eats Quick Homemade Cottage Cheese
Discover the joy of making your own creamy, fresh cottage cheese with this easy recipe for Good Eats Quick Homemade Cottage Cheese. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe uses simple ingredients like whole milk, white vinegar, and a pinch of kosher salt to achieve a rich, tangy flavor that beats anything store-bought. The optional addition of heavy cream lets you customize the texture to your liking—whether you prefer it smooth and velvety or slightly crumbly. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as an ingredient in your favorite dishes, this homemade cottage cheese is a versatile and nutritious addition to your kitchen repertoire. With minimal effort and maximum satisfaction, this recipe guarantees fresh dairy goodness you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 3 tablespoons White vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream (optional, for creamier texture)
Instructions
1. Pour the whole milk into a medium saucepan and place it over medium heat.
2. Slowly heat the milk to 120°F (50°C), stirring occasionally to ensure even heating and prevent scorching. Use a kitchen thermometer for accuracy.
3. Once the milk reaches 120°F, remove the saucepan from the heat.
4. Add the white vinegar to the milk and gently stir for 1-2 minutes. You will notice the milk curdling as the solids (curds) separate from the liquid (whey).
5. Cover the saucepan with a clean kitchen towel or lid and let it sit undisturbed for 5 minutes to allow more curds to form.
6. Meanwhile, prepare a fine mesh strainer or colander lined with cheesecloth over a large mixing bowl to catch the whey.
7. Carefully pour the curds and whey mixture into the prepared strainer and allow the liquid to drain for 5-10 minutes, depending on how dry or moist you prefer your cottage cheese.
8. Once drained, transfer the curds to a mixing bowl, sprinkle with kosher salt, and gently mix to combine.
9. For a creamier texture, stir in the optional heavy cream a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
10. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed.
11. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
707 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.0 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 151 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 677 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.8 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1224 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 1507 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
