FRESH RICOTTA CHEESE

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Provided by Andrew Carmellini

Categories     Milk/Cream     Lemon     Chill     Simmer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

8 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Line colander with 4 layers of cheesecloth; set in sink. Bring milk and salt to simmer in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in lemon juice. Let simmer until curds form, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Using finely slotted spoon or skimmer, scoop curds from pan and transfer to cheesecloth-lined colander. Let drain 1 minute (curds will still be a little wet). Transfer curds to medium bowl. Cover and chill until cold, about 3 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep chilled.

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