Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Goat Cheese (chèvre)

No grandma stories here :)

Like many things I make in my kitchen from Marshmallow treats to Baguettes to Apple Pies, etc … "if you can make it yourself why buy it?" That is how the "Goat Cheese" story goes!

Finally I am posting the recipe! (sorry for the delay Gretchen)

Goat Cheese (chèvre)
Ingredients
• 1 ltr of fresh unpasteurised Goats' milk
• 1 lemon, squeezed

Utensils
• 1 lrg saucepan
• stove
• strainer
• bowl
• table spoon

Method
• Pour milk into saucepan, place saucepan over medium heat and bring to boil (boil for at least 15' as we are using unpasteurised milk).
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• Once milk has boiled (do not remove from fire) begin to add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to milk (keep stirring). You will begin to see the curds separating.
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• Add another teaspoon if necessary for a complete separation of curds and whey.
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• Once separation has occurred, remove from fire and strain.
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• Leave to strain for about 1/2 an hour at room temperature.
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• Once strained add about 2 dashes of salt, mix it in the cheese and refrigerate for at least 2 days before using.
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Please feel free to leave your comments or ask questions :)
I look forward to hearing from you!

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