Goat Milk

 

 

What is Yogurt cheese ?

 

Yogurt cheese is a soft cheese made from draining the whey from yogurt. You will not find this cheese in the grocery stores but, it can be easily made at home.

 

Believed to have originated in Lebanon, yogurt cheese has a very smooth consistency much like cream cheese, but with the distinctive tangy taste of yogurt. It can be made from flavored yogurt, as well as plain. Besides being delicious, yogurt cheese is high in calcium and great for those who are lactose intolerant, as the yogurt-making process converts the lactose in the milk into lactic acid. Yogurt cheese is extremely versatile and can be used to add a nice zip of flavor to virtually any recipe in which cream cheese is used. Once you make it, you probably would not have any problems coming up with your own original serving ideas that suit your tastes.

 

Homemade yogurt cheese is going to make a hit at your next social gathering, therefore get started today!

 

 

Learn How to Make Labneh – Yogurt cheese

 

 

Labneh, also known as Yogurt Cheese, is probably the simplest of all cheeses to make. To begin with you will need a quart of yogurt. You can use plain or flavored yogurt, and either homemade or buy from the grocery store. However, if you buy yogurt for making labneh, make sure yogurt does not contain gelatin, as the gelatin will prevent the whey from draining.

 

Ingredients:

 

• 1 quart yogurt
• 1 tsp. Salt

Special supplies:

• cheesecloth
• strainer
• bowl

 

 

Directions:

Begin by shaking or stirring the yogurt until it is thoroughly mixed and smooth. Mix in 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of salt, to taste.

 

Next, place a strainer over a pot or bowl, and line with cheesecloth. Pour the yogurt into the cheesecloth.

 

Cover, and let the yogurt drain for 24 hours in the refrigerator.

 

Remove the cloth from the strainer and scrape the cheese to form a mound in the center of the cloth. Then, using the cloth for handling, form it into a ball or log and place onto a plate.  Store in the refrigerator.

 

It does not get any easier than that!

 

 

How to Enjoy Yogurt Cheese (Labneh) ?

 

More suggestion:

 

• Traditional – Serve covered in olive oil with crushed mint and black olives. Eat on toasted pita.
• Breakfast toast – Spread on toast and top with a thin layer of jam.
• Crackers and cheese – Mix with fresh herbs and serve on crackers.
• As a spread – Mix with diced pimientos and black olives and spread in celery sticks, or use as a filling for finger sandwiches.
• As a dip – Combine with taco seasoning or ranch dressing mix to create a dip for vegetables or chips.

 

 

More Goat Cheese Recipes for Beginners. Check them out!

 

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Goat Yogurt Recipe for Strong Bones!

 

Goat milk yogurt is one of the major cultured products. Goat yogurt  may be made from low-fat, skim or whole milk. The recipe is for 2 individual serving.

 

Ingredients:

 

• 1 1/2 baby bananas – firm and ripe
• 8 oz. goat yogurt
• 1 cup raspberries
• 1/2 cup mixed cereal
• 2 Tbsp. extra mixed cereal
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tsp. dark brown sugar

 

 

 

Directions:

 

Coarse grate bananas. In a bowl gently stir together banana, yogurt, 2/3 cup raspberries, 1/2 cup mixed cereal, sour cream and brown sugar until combined.

Divide mixture into 2 bowls. Sprinkle yogurt with remaining 2 tablespoons mixed cereal and garnish with remaining 1/3 cup raspberries.

 

 

More suggestion:

Freeze goat milk into an ice tray, then drop a couple of them into smoothies, milkshakes or ice coffee as a summertime treat . Additionally, you can flavor the ice blocks with coffee or chocolate syrup before freezing for something special.

Stir goat milk into natural muesli with some grated apple and a touch of cinnamon. Refrigerate overnight and serve, topped with fresh fruit and goat yogurt.

 

 

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Nutritional facts

1 serving contains 385 Calorie, Protein 10.66g, Fat 9.98g, Carbohydrates  71.14g, Sugar  8.62g, Roughage 8.68g.

 

 

 

 

 

The savory goat cheese souffle recipe is easy and delicious. The word souffle means “to blow up” or more loosely “puff up”, souffles are an elegant milk and egg based dish that uses beaten egg whites to impart a light, airy texture to a custard base.

 

Souffles are served hot from the oven, because they lose their puffiness as they start to cool, and will generally fall after 5 or 10 minutes. Sweetened souffles are served as dessert, and savory souffles are served as savory light main dish, or as an accompaniment.

 

To make a successfully souffle, ensure to beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks, then carefully fold the custard mix into them.

 

* Note: The more you stir, the more you are bursting the air bubbles that will give the souffle its lift.

 

Souffle can turn an ordinary meal into a fine dining experience with very little effort. Try it and see!

 

Ingredients:

 

• 1/4 cup butter, plus extra for baking dish
• 3/4 cup goat milk
• 4 eggs, separated
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper
• 1/4 tsp. sage
• 1/4 tsp. rosemary
• 1/4 cup flour, plus extra for baking dish
• 6 oz. Chevre goat cheese
• 3/4 tsp. salt (adjust up or down, depending on the saltiness of the goat cheese)
• 1/4 tsp. thyme
• 1/4 tsp. marjoram
• 1/2 tsp. parsley

 

Directions:

 

• Separate the eggs, placing the egg whites into a medium-large stainless steel or glass mixing bowl. Prepare the baking dish(es) – either 6 individual ramekins, or a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish, by coating with butter and dusting with flour.
• Preheat oven to 375° F.
• Melt the butter in a saucepan, then whisk in the flour, mixing well. Add the goat cheese, milk, salt, pepper and other spices. Continue whisking for several minutes over medium heat until thickened. Remove from heat, and add the egg yolks, stirring well.
• Beat the egg whites for several minutes with an electric mixer until peaks stand without falling over. Using a spatula, fold the custard into the egg whites gently, so as not to destroy the lightness of the mixture.
• Pour into the baking dish(es), and sprinkle parsley on top. Bake until the top is lightly browned, about 10-15 minutes for ramekins, and 15-20 minutes for a casserole dish. Serve hot.

 

This savory goat cheese souffle goes well with chicken, turkey and fish main dishes, or as an entree itself with salad or soup.

With just a little attention to these details, you can successfully make your savory souffle for the first time!

 

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