Craving fresh, creamy feta but tired of high prices? Good news: you can make your own delicious feta-style cheese at home with only two ingredients – milk and lemon juice. It’s quick, simple, and unbelievably budget-friendly!
🧀 Why This Works:
Lemon juice naturally curdles milk, separating it into curds (the solid part, which becomes cheese) and whey (the liquid). In just minutes, you’ll have soft, fresh cheese that tastes amazing – perfect for salads, sandwiches, or snacking.
🥛 What You’ll Need:
- 1 liter (4 cups) whole milk – the fresher, the better
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Optional: pinch of salt, herbs, or olive oil for flavor
🔥 How to Make It (Step-by-Step):
- Heat the milk
Pour the milk into a saucepan and slowly heat over medium heat until it starts to simmer (about 85–90°C or 185°F). Do not boil. - Add lemon juice
Turn off the heat. Slowly stir in the lemon juice. You’ll see the milk curdle immediately – it will separate into curds and whey. - Let it sit
Let the mixture sit undisturbed for 5 minutes to allow full separation. - Strain the curds
Pour through a clean cheesecloth or fine sieve into a bowl to catch the curds. Let it drain for a few minutes, depending on how soft or firm you want it. - Optional: Add flavor
Sprinkle with a pinch of salt or mix in dried herbs like oregano or thyme. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil for Mediterranean flair!
💡 Storage:
- Keep your homemade feta-style cheese in the fridge in an airtight container.
- Lasts up to 4–5 days.
Final Thought
Why pay more when you can make it fresh at home in minutes? With just milk and lemon, you get real, delicious cheese at a fraction of the cost – no chemicals, no fuss, just pure goodness!
