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## 🧀 The Simple Joy of Homemade Cheese Using Just Milk and Lemon
In a world full of complicated recipes and store-bought shortcuts, there’s something beautifully satisfying about going back to the basics — especially in the kitchen. One of the purest examples? **Making cheese at home using just two ingredients: milk and lemon juice.**
Yes, that’s all it takes to create fresh, creamy, melt-in-your-mouth cheese. No rennet, no fancy equipment — just a bit of patience and a touch of curiosity. This simple kitchen alchemy transforms everyday ingredients into something magical.
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### 🥛 What You’ll Need:
* **1 liter (about 4 cups) of whole milk** (the richer, the better)
* **2–3 tablespoons of lemon juice** (freshly squeezed preferred)
* A pinch of salt (optional)
* Cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel
* A strainer or colander
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### 👩🍳 How to Make Homemade Cheese in 4 Easy Steps:
**1. Heat the Milk**
Pour milk into a heavy-bottomed pot and gently heat it over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Once it begins to **simmer (not boil!)**, reduce the heat.
**2. Add the Lemon Juice**
Slowly stir in the lemon juice, one tablespoon at a time. Within a minute or two, you’ll see the milk curdle — **the curds (cheese) separating from the whey (liquid)**. If it doesn’t separate fully, add a bit more lemon juice.
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