Quark cheese is a fresh and creamy cheese that is easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients. This recipe will guide you through the process of making your own quark cheese that can be used in a variety of dishes from desserts to savory dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 gallon whole milk
- 1/4 cup buttermilk or lemon juice
- Cheesecloth
- Large pot
- Colander
- Bowl
Directions
- Heat the milk in a large pot over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
- Once the milk reaches 185°F, remove from heat and stir in the buttermilk or lemon juice.
- Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the curds to form.
- Line a colander with cheesecloth and place it over a bowl.
- Pour the curds and whey into the colander, allowing the whey to drain into the bowl.
- Tie the cheesecloth into a bundle and hang it to drain for 1 hour.
- Transfer the quark cheese to a container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
