Creole Cream Cheese
Creole Cream Cheese is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. In a large heavy-bottomed saucepot over medium heat with a kitchen thermometer attached to the rim, warm the milk and buttermilk to 85°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionIn a large heavy-bottomed saucepot over medium heat with a kitchen thermometer attached to the rim, warm the milk and buttermilk to 85°F.
Add one-quarter of the rennet tablet and transfer the mixture to a plastic container or bowl.
Cover with plastic wrap and then poke a few holes in the plastic to allow the steam to escape.
Let stand at room temperature in a cool spot in your house for 48 hours.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the solids to a double layer of cheesecloth set over a bowl and discard the liquid.
Wrap the solids in the cheesecloth and hang it over the bowl (to catch the whey) in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
Discard the whey.
Pack the cheese into an airtight plastic container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
