Ingredients
- 1 quart whole-milk yogurt
- 2 tablespoons salt
- Cheesecloth
- Bowl
Directions
- Line a bowl with cheesecloth.
- Pour the yogurt into the cheesecloth-lined bowl.
- Sprinkle the salt over the yogurt.
- Gently stir the yogurt and salt together.
- Gather the ends of the cheesecloth together and tie them securely.
- Hang the cheesecloth-covered bowl over a bowl or pot to catch the liquid.
- Allow the yogurt to drain for 8-12 hours.
- Discard the liquid and transfer the cheese to a container.
- Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Interesting Facts
- This recipe yields a soft-textured cheese that is similar to cream cheese.
- Yogurt cheese can be used in a variety of recipes such as dips, spreads, and even desserts!
- Yogurt cheese is a great way to use up leftover yogurt.
