Making homemade ricotta couldn't be simpler with this easy recipe that turns milk, lemon juice, and salt into the delicious Italian cheese.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories
158 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Pour milk into a saucepan set over medium heat. Heat milk until it registers 194 degrees F (90 degrees C) on an instant-read thermometer, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Step 2
Stir lemon juice and salt slowly into warmed milk. Let stand until milk curdles, 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 3
Line a fine-mesh strainer with cheesecloth and place it over a large bowl. Pour milk mixture carefully into the lined strainer. Let stand until most of the liquid has drained off the ricotta, about 15 minutes. Discard drained liquid.
