Say Cheese!

~~ Photographs Coming Soon! ~~

This last weekend's adventure was a brief soiree into the art of cheesemaking.  Nothing fancy - yet.  But I had a bunch of kefir that I needed to do something productive with, and I've got plans for whey, so cheese fit the bill.

Step 1: Take quart of kefir from fridge and set out to warm to room temp.

Step 2: Line colander with butter muslin and pour kefir in.  Put bowl under colander to catch whey.  Whey will need to be used within about 3 hours, so don't leave it out too long!

Step 3: Add cheese salt if you wish.  It will help draw out some of the moisture and will add some flavor to your cheese.

Step 4: After a few hours, tie corners of cloth together and hang to drip for 16 hours, or until it is the consistency you want.

Step 5: Mix in any herbs or flavorings you desire.  Eat or refrigerate.