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How to Make simple (no rennet) GOAT cheese in 30mins ( Farmer cheese)

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Crottin-Inspired Cheese

Cultural Context

Crottin-inspired cheese hails from the Loire Valley in France, where it reflects the region's rich tradition of goat cheese production. These cheeses are often enjoyed as part of a cheese platter or paired with wine, embodying the French art of savoring simple, high-quality ingredients. In modern cuisine, variations of this cheese are popular worldwide, often featuring local herbs and spices to enhance flavor.

FrenchFRother
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
goat's milk
rennet
salt
cultures
cream
herbs
pepper
garlic
olive oil
vinegar
wine
nutmeg
paprika
thyme
bay leaves
black pepper

goat's milk

🥗Healthier: sheep's milk

💰Cheaper: cow's milk

Cow's milk is more accessible and less expensive.

rennet

🥗Healthier: vegetable rennet

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice can be used as a natural coagulant.

herbs

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs are often cheaper and have a longer shelf life.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is widely available and less expensive.

1

Clean the goat milk and filter it.

2

Put the goat milk in a pot.

3

Stir the milk constantly to prevent burning.

4

Heat the milk to about 180 degrees Fahrenheit.

5

Take the pot off the heat and slowly add in 1 cup of vinegar.

6

Let it sit for about 5-15 minutes to separate.

7

Pour the mixture into a strainer lined with cheesecloth.

8

Hang the cheesecloth to let the cheese drain until it stops dripping.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

potthermometerstrainercheeseclothclip

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Crottin de ChavignolGoat Cheese
Local Name: Fromage de Crottin

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