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Homemade Mozzarella
1h
Serves 1
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Serves 1
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Directions
1
Pour milk into a large pot and heat slowly to 120°F (49°C), stirring so it doesn scorch.
2
Remove from heat, pour in the vinegar, and stir for 30 seconds. A cheese curd will form and separate from the liquid whey.
3
Cover and let sit for 15 minutes.
4
Scoop the curds out and squeeze out all the liquid. Add salt if you want here.
5
Microwave in a bowl for 30 seconds, then stretch and fold it over itself a few times until it becomes smooth and firm.
6
Shape into a ball and place in an ice bath for 15 minutes to set.
Ingredients
0.5 gallon whole milk
0.5 cup white vinegar
1 tsp salt
Equipment
large pot
bowl
microwave
Tips
Do NOT use ULTRA pasteurized milk.
Stir the milk so it doesn't scorch.
Add salt if you want at step 4.
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