Directions

Pour the milk and cream into a large stainless steel soup pot. Attach an instant read or candy thermometer to the side of the pan. Heat the mixture to 220F. Add the lemon juice and stir only once.  

Have ready a fine mesh colander lined with several layers of damp cheesecloth placed over a large bowl.

As the curds form, gather them with a slotted spoon and transfer them to the colander. Allow the curds to drain at room temperature for at least two hours. Transfer the cheese to an airtight container and refrigerate. Use within a week.

 Note the leftover liquid (whey) can be saved and added to yeast dough.

 Variation: After the cheese has drained, pack it into damp cheesecloth-lined small molds. Unmold and serve with warm honey and toasted almond slices for a great dessert or with dried and poached fruit such as white peaches, nectarines or apricots.

This recipe is featured on Season 23 - Episode 2305.