Hrudka Easter Cheese
Celebrate tradition and flavor with Hrudka Easter Cheese, a beloved Eastern European recipe often enjoyed during Easter celebrations. This unique, mildly sweet cheese is crafted from a simple blend of pantry staples like eggs, whole milk, sugar, and a touch of vanilla extract, making it an easy yet meaningful addition to your holiday table. The cooking process transforms these everyday ingredients into delicate curds, which are then shaped into a soft, golden cheese using cheesecloth. Its subtly sweet taste and creamy texture make it the perfect accompaniment to your Easter feast, whether sliced alongside ham or served as a snack. With just 10 minutes of preparation and a transformative cooking technique, Hrudka Easter Cheese is a delightful way to add cultural tradition and homemade charm to your celebrations. Ideal keywords: Hrudka Easter Cheese, traditional Easter recipes, Eastern European cheese, homemade recipes, holiday cheese recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 Large eggs
- 1 quart Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Butter or oil (for greasing)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
Transfer the mixture to a large, heavy-bottomed pot or saucepan.
Heat the pot over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula to prevent the mixture from sticking or burning. This process will take approximately 30 minutes.
As the mixture heats, it will slowly begin to curdle and thicken. Continue stirring until the curds separate from the liquid (the liquid is known as whey). This indicates the mixture is ready.
Once thickened and separated, carefully pour the curds and whey into a cheesecloth-lined colander. Allow the whey to drain off naturally while gathering the edges of the cheesecloth.
Twist the cheesecloth into a bundle to form a ball, then tie it tightly with kitchen twine. Suspend the bundle over a bowl or sink to allow excess liquid to drip for at least 4 hours, or until the cheese is firm.
Once the cheese has set, remove it from the cheesecloth, and slice or cube it for serving.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1672 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.1 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.6 g | 193% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2359 mg | 786% | |
| Sodium | 2422 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.7 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 97.5 g | ||
| Protein | 104.0 g | 208% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.8 mcg | 114% | |
| Calcium | 1538 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2302 mg | 49% | |
*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.
