Homemade Feta Cheese

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There’s something deeply satisfying about making your own cheese – especially when it turns out this good 😍 This homemade feta is salty, creamy, and just the right amount of crumbly

Homemade feta cheese

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RECIPE

2 litres long life milkAdd to a pot and bring to a simmer
Add¼ cup lemon juice2 tablespoon yoghurt mixed with little water1 tablespoon salt
Allow milk to curdle.
Close lid and set aside for 15 minutes
Strain mixture out using a tea towel or muslin cloth, reserve 1 cup of the strained liquid.
Allow to drain.Close and place a heavy object over and set aside.I left it in the fridge for a day
Remove and cut into cubes.
For the liquid add1 teaspoon saltFlavoring of choice if preferredI used basilYou can use black pepper, chilli flakes, mixed herbs, Italian herbs etc
Fill a jar with the feta.Top with liquid.Refrigerate
📌 Tips
Use long life milk for better , creamer taste.
You can use immediately but it tastes better after 3 - 4 days.

POSTED ON

08 Aug 2025

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