Ricotta Recipe: Homemade Cheese (3 Easy Steps)

Ingredients:

• 1 gallon whole milk
• 1 cup white vinegar or lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Pour milk into a large pot and turn heat to medium. Stir constantly to prevent the milk from scorching.
2. When the milk reaches 200°F, remove it from heat and add vinegar or lemon juice, stirring until curds start to form (about 1 minute).
3. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes for the curds to fully form and separate from the whey. Then, strain the curds into a cheesecloth-lined colander and let them drain for several hours.

Verdict:

This homemade ricotta cheese recipe is easy to make and deliciously creamy. It’s also much cheaper than store-bought ricotta and has no preservatives or additives.

Serving Suggestions:

Use your fresh homemade ricotta cheese in lasagna, manicotti, stuffed shells, or any recipe that calls for ricotta cheese. It also tastes great as a spread on bread or crackers or mixed with herbs as a dip. Enjoy!