How to make Homemade Feta Cheese – Yoghurt Maker
Feta Cheese originated in Greece, and traditionally uses either sheeps milk, goats milk or a mixture of the two. Feta is lower in fat than many other cheeses, and is considered a reasonable option to eat in moderation.
Using the Kuvings Yoghurt Maker you can make home made feta cheese, give the below recipe a go!
Ingredients
1 litre goats milk
50-60ml fresh lemon juice
3g sea salt
Method
Pour milk in a small saucepan and heat to 90°C (use a thermometer).
Remove from heat temporarily to stop milk from boiling.
Turn down heat to lowest possible temp and return milk to the heat.
Keep milk at 90°C for 10 mins.
After 10 mins remove from heat and allow to cool to 60°C.
Once cooled to 60°C pour 800ml into the yoghurt maker bowl.
Add in the lemon juice and salt, mix well.Secure the lid on the bowl with the handle and place into the yoghurt maker machine.
Turn on the power and select the cheese menu (6 hours).
After 6 hours remove from the machine, place directly into the fridge for 3 hours.
Remove from the fridge after 3 hours and pour into the second bowl, with the cheese strainer inserted. Secure the lid with the handle and place back into the fridge overnight.
In the morning you will have feta cheese in the strainer and whey in the bottom of the bowl.
Remove the feta cheese, put into a glass container, refrigerate.
Discard the whey unless you have a recipe that calls for it.
Health Benefits
Source of bone-friendly calcium
A useful source of proteins, some of which researchers have discovered can strengthen immune system and offer antimicrobial properties
Keep you fuller for longer
Healthier alternative to other cheeses