{"id":7060,"date":"2024-12-13T11:17:50","date_gmt":"2024-12-13T11:17:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/?p=7060"},"modified":"2024-12-13T11:17:51","modified_gmt":"2024-12-13T11:17:51","slug":"homemade-cheese-block","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/?p=7060","title":{"rendered":"Homemade Cheese Block"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Milk:<\/strong>\u00a01.6 liters (6 \u00be cups)\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Corn starch:<\/strong>\u00a0100 g (\u00be cup)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Agar agar:<\/strong>\u00a016 g (4 teaspoons)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt:<\/strong>\u00a01 teaspoon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Butter:<\/strong>\u00a030 g (2 tablespoons)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hard cheese (grated):<\/strong>\u00a0200 g (2 cups)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Directions:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare the mixture:<\/strong>\u00a0In a large pot, combine milk, corn starch, agar agar, and salt. Stir continuously to avoid lumps.\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cook:<\/strong>\u00a0Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently. Cook for 16-20 minutes until the mixture thickens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add butter:<\/strong>\u00a0Stir in the butter and continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add cheese:<\/strong>\u00a0Gradually add grated hard cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Cook for an additional 7-10 minutes until fully combined.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cool and set:<\/strong>\u00a0Pour the mixture into a greased container or mold and allow it to cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Serve:<\/strong>\u00a0Once set, slice the cheese block and serve as desired.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Serving Suggestions:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grate and use over pasta or salads.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve alongside crackers or fresh veggies as a snack.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cooking Tips:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can substitute the hard cheese with your favorite variety, such as cheddar, gouda, or mozzarella.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To give your cheese a flavorful twist, add herbs like rosemary, thyme, or a pinch of chili flakes.<a href=\"https:\/\/notycheese.com\/eggless-and-delicious-bread-with-chocolate-jam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Nutritional Benefits:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rich in calcium:<\/strong>\u00a0This recipe provides a good amount of calcium, which is important for healthy bones and teeth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No preservatives:<\/strong>\u00a0Unlike store-bought cheese, this homemade version is free from artificial additives and preservatives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dietary Information:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gluten-free<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contains dairy<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Nutritional Facts (per 1 slice, approximately 30g):<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Calories:<\/strong>\u00a0120 kcal\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Protein:<\/strong>\u00a06 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fat:<\/strong>\u00a09 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Carbohydrates:<\/strong>\u00a04 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Calcium:<\/strong>\u00a0150 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sodium:<\/strong>\u00a0250 mg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Storage Tips:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Freezer:<\/strong>\u00a0You can freeze the cheese block for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tip:<\/strong>\u00a0Slice or grate the cheese before freezing for easier use after thawing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Healthier:<\/strong>\u00a0Free from preservatives and artificial additives, making it a healthier option than store-bought cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Easy to make:<\/strong>\u00a0With just a few simple ingredients, this cheese block is quick to prepare and easy to make.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perfect texture:<\/strong>\u00a0Thanks to the agar agar, this cheese has a smooth, firm texture that\u2019s perfect for slicing, grating, or melting.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ingredients: Directions: Serving Suggestions: Cooking Tips: Nutritional Benefits: Dietary Information: Nutritional Facts (per 1 slice, approximately 30g): Storage Tips: Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe:<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":7061,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7060","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-recipe"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7060","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=7060"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7060\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7062,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7060\/revisions\/7062"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/7061"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=7060"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=7060"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=7060"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}