Homemade cheese with herbs from Provence

n both healthy and satisfying. Perfect for those looking to make fresh cheese without preservatives or additives, this recipe will become a staple in your kitchen.

Prep Time:  20 minutes
Cook Time:  30 minutes
Rest Time:  2-3 hours
Total Time:  3-4 hours

Ingredients:

• 6 cups (1.5 liters) full-fat milk  (1.5 quarts)
• Juice of one large lemon  (about 4 tablespoons / 60 ml)
• 1 tablespoon salt  (15 g, or to taste)
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds  (30 g, optional)
• 1 tablespoon of herbes de Provence  (15 g, dried or fresh)
• 15 grams of gelatin  (about 1 tablespoon, dissolved in cold water)

Instructions:

1. Heat the milk:  Pour the milk into a saucepan and heat it until it is almost boiling.
2. Add the lemon juice:  Stir in the lemon juice until the milk curdles and separates into curds and whey.
3. Separate the curds:  Strain the curds through cheesecloth or a fine sieve to remove the whey.
4. Prepare the gelatin:  dissolve it in cold water and let it swell, then mix it with the curd with salt, chia seeds and herbs of Provence.
5. Mold and refrigerate:  Transfer the mixture to a mold, press down with a heavy object and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or until firm.

Serving suggestions:

• Serve with fresh vegetables or as a garnish on salads.
• Serve with crackers or bread for a light snack.
• Add it to sandwiches or wraps for extra flavor.

Cooking tips:

• Use fresh, full-fat milk for the creamiest texture.
• Adjust salt and herbs to your taste preferences.
• Make sure the milk does not boil; gentle heating produces a smoother cheese.

Nutritional benefits:

• Rich in protein  and calcium, promoting healthy muscles and bones.
• Healthy fats  in milk aid in the absorption of nutrients.
• Chia seeds  add omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.

Nutritional information:

• Suitable for vegetarians  if the gelatin is of vegetable origin.
• Gluten free  and low carb.
• Can be adapted to  low sodium diets  by reducing salt.

Nutritional values ​​(per serving, approximately 50 g):

• Calories:  120
• Protein:  7 g
• Fat:  9 g
• Carbohydrates:  3 g
• Fiber:  1 g
• Calcium:  20% of the daily value

Storage:

• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• It is best consumed fresh for optimal texture and flavor.

Why you’ll love this recipe:

• Easy to make  with minimal ingredients and steps.
• Customizable flavors  with different herbs and spices.
• Healthier alternative  to processed cheese without preservatives.
• Perfect for meal prep  , snacking and entertaining guests.

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