Fresh Yogurt Cheese
Spread this tangy cheese on crusty slices of bread or serve to dip savory chips or vegetables. It has only 44 calories per serving!
Prep Time:
2 mins
Total Time:
2 mins
Servings:
six to eight 2-tablespoon servings
Ingredients
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1 16-ounce carton plain yogurt or plain goat's milk yogurt*
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2 teaspoons finely snipped fresh herbs (such as basil, thyme, oregano, marjoram, chervil, rosemary, or parsley) or 1/2 teaspoon ground spice (such as black pepper, white pepper, red pepper, coriander, or chili powder) (optional)
Directions
1.
Line a yogurt strainer, sieve, or a small colander with three layers of 100-percent cotton cheesecloth or a clean paper coffee filter. Suspend lined strainer, sieve, or colander over a bowl.
2.
Spoon in yogurt. Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours. Remove from refrigerator. Drain and discard liquid.
3.
Stir herbs or spices into the cheese, if desired. Store, covered, in refrigerator for up to 1 week. Makes 3/4 to 1 cup (six to eight 2-tablespoon servings).
Note
Use a brand of yogurt that contains no gums, gelatin, or fillers. These ingredients may prevent the whey from separating from the curd to make cheese.
Nutrition information
Calories 44, Total Fat 2 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 40 mg, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 1%, Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 4%, Iron 0%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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