Creating homemade feta cheese with just lemon and milk is not only surprisingly simple but also a great way to save money. You can make delicious, fresh cheese at a fraction of the cost of store-bought feta, all within about 5 minutes of active preparation time. Here’s how to do it:
Ingredients:
- 1 liter (about 4 cups) of whole milk (not ultra-pasteurized)
- Juice of 1-2 lemons (about 3 tablespoons)
- Salt (optional, to taste)
Equipment:
- Large pot
- Thermometer (optional, to check milk temperature)
- Cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer
- Large bowl
