I pour my curds into a old clean 100% cotton wet pillow case. I tie the pillow case up and hang it up from beams in garage with a clean stainless bucket underneath. Once it has stopped dripping. I take it down andI dived it in to three. I put cracked black pepper in one batch, fine chopped fresh chives in another and the final one has fine lemon peel. I don’t have to worry about keeping it fresh as it’s eaten as fast it made. The family love them.
I've been making cheese like this for YEARS and never knew about the option to convert it to cream cheese. Thanks for the great info!
To return the favor: if you bring that whey to a boil (not a rolling boil but close to it), you'll curdle the remaining proteins and get a smaller second batch of ricotta-like cheese.
Just heard you say it's used as paneer, my earlier question is answered! Thank you. Now, did the Brits teach this to the Indians and they came up with paneer?
I remember when the price of Philadelphia sky rocketed during the cost of living crisis-some very upset shoppers in Asda. Great job Rik!
Its amazing what folks loose it over. Its not cheap here mate. Easy to make though. Thank you. Best, Rik
I’m so glad TH-cam allows so many talented chefs a platform we can watch them cook on
I've never seen anyone cook like my grandfather. You remind me of him very much and your warm way of getting your hands into everything was just how he did it. I simply love your show. Bravo and well done! Been with you since about twenty thousand subscribers and it is a pleasure to watch you succeed.
I had no idea how cream cheese was made. Thanks for the interesting, straightforward, practical education Rik.
Another great video, and one close to my heart! Being from Philadelphia, Cream cheese is almost like a family member, lol. I never knew the exact process, so once again you blew my mind with its simplicity. I've often done the Vinegar/Lemon on heated milk to make Paneer/Queso Fresco, so this is another great whey (😂 couldn't help myself) to use milk when you get a good deal or buy too much. And holy cow, that was the biggest jug of Milk I've ever seen. One important tip for anyone reading this - It must be regular pasteurized whole milk, or fresh milk. Ultra pasteurized milk will not work because it may not curdle do to the the way it was made. and Rik, if you ever write a cookbook, I will be first in line to buy it. And if you do a companion Audio Book, I'd buy that too. Something about your voice, the delivery, your accent...its one of the best voices in all of TH-cam land!
Wow! Thank you very much! I don't think You Tube knows that? Thank you. Best, Rik
Absolutely ultra pasteurized will not work; that includes organic (in the US it's ultra pasteurized). From a quick search: 'Milk that has been ultra-pasteurized does not work well in cheesemaking because the proteins have been destabilized. As a result, the calcium in the milk does not bond properly to make a good curd.'
If there's a local dairy farm you can go get milk from them or have it delivered for cheese making. Here in Colorado there's a couple local dairies that distribute to neighborhoods in metro denver. ❤
I had no idea that it was that simple.
I was a bit shocked as well, given the price at the supermarkets I’m going to make this. Thanks for sharing this recipe Rix
@@clairewright8153 You are very welcome, Claire. Hope it helps. Thank you. Best, Rik
Wow these days cream cheese is getting a tad expensive. Thank you Rik❤❤
Tell me about it. Many countries around the world can't afford it but with 5 liters of milk you get more than 800g of fresh cream cheese - what a bargain. Thank you. Best, Rik
I did cream cheese before, it was a tad more complicated because I was told he milk shouldn't get over 60C, and without a termometer it'd meant to watch for the bubles to begin appearing on the edges... but then you made it way easier, just let it boil. And it seems it splits even faster. Nicely done!
Cream cheese on most anything has become my favorite snack, thank you.
Hello everyone! Thanks for always welcoming my morning with your great recipes and friendly videos! Rik, are you going to do a live one of these days?
Have a great weekend!
Cristina
You have just saved my checkbook!
I can honestly say I have saved a fortune here too. The milk is cheap and if you get hold of reduced whole milk it is a bargain. Thank you. Best, Rik
@@BackyardChef An afterthought: what is your advice on freezing this recipe? Thanks.
I've been making a kind of similar thing for a while, but you've given me a ton of great methods and ideas to try here....
Gotta say.....I get more actual knowledge from watching 5 of your vids, than I get from watching 50 TV celebrity chef vids. All the best. 👍
WOW! You have made my day. That is exactly what this channel is about. Thank you. Best, Rik
I had no idea that I could make cream cheese at home. Thank you!
Love it with scallions. Here in New York Bagel cafes they flavor it up many ways, like maple and brown sugar, cinnamon, etc. If you don't blend it up, it's rather like ricotta.
Looks delicious. I love cream cheese. And making it yourself is definitely much cheaper than buying it. Thanks for sharing, Rik.
I can't believe it's that easy ! . It costs less and is natural👍 . You can be sure that I will do it 👩🍳
I know you will. Easy, Cottage cheese, ricotta then blend to make cream cheese at a fraction of the cost. Add no additives just fresh! Thank you. Best, Rik
Just made today with half and half vs. whole milk; had to add a bit more apple cider vinegar and boil about twice as long (boiling per your instructions yielded about half of the amount of curds vs. boiling twice as long). Curds were smaller than what was shown in your video, but the final result after blended looked the same as yours. Thanks, Rik!
I JUST LOVE YOUR TUTORIALS 👌💯. THANK YOU RIK FOR ALWAYS SHARING WITH US ❤️GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY 🙏
Goodness Rik, this looks so simple. I have to say everything I've cooked with your recipes has turned out so deliciously well. I really appreciate all your recipes and have truly tried 99% of them. I can't believe how much I enjoy cooking again, thankyou so much!
I add garlic and chives, boursin for a fraction of the cost. I give my dog the whey he loves it and its loaded with protein.
Philadelphia has competition now ❤️😂
5,000 subs making cream cheese at the weekend. Milk will be going out of fashion. Thank you. Best, Rik
I can’t wait to try this. I’ve never seen a recipe adding butter and it’s a good thing to add some of your whey back in. I hadn’t thought of that. It must make it easier to cream since I’ve been having trouble. Thank you.
Great recipe. Thanks.
May I propose another curdled milk idea - a delicious cooling drink for the summer. Simply take a mug of ice-cold milk from the fridge. Add and stir in a teaspoonful of Roses lime juice (or more if you want a stronger flavour) and drink : with cold milk and immediate stirring and consumption, this makes a beautiful, refreshing, creamy drink.
Fantastic informative video Rik, a lot more economical than buying those teeny wee tubs of Philadelphia cheese etc at the supermarket. Roughly how long would you expect this to last if refrigerated straight away? Thank you for sharing as always 🙏👨🍳👌
David I use up with in a few days - if vacuumed sealed it would longer. I've never honestly gone for a shelf life. I make and use up. Saves a fortune. Thank you. Best, Rik
every day you bring us the best show , Bless your heart Chef Rik !
If you hang it, hang it in the shower, works well and easy to clean up the mess. If you use lemons or limes it's great for cheese cake, vinegar is better for savoury.
I’m more of a watcher and less of a commenter but I wanted to thank you Rik as you have rekindled my love of cooking. My elderly parents also thank you too lol! So thank you very much. Please take care, Summer
Thank you, Summer, for sharing, loved reading. Love to all of you. Thank you. Best, Rik
Wow thank you for this very useful recipe Rik I’ve never made my own cream cheese and I can’t wait to give it ago , I love the look of the cottage cheese too before you blend it , so versatile 👌I like cream cheese on toast too 😋Amanda xx
You are so welcome. Yes the cottage cheese or ricotta great in lasagna etc. Don't forget the cream cheese cab be flavoured. Thank you. Best, Rik
Oh my God! Thank you for this video. I can't wait to show my youngest daughter how to make homemade cream cheese. Love it!
I've never thought to be curious about where cream cheese comes from, of course it would be a very young cheese! Thanks for the education Rick!
Excellent Video, once made, how long can you keep the cream cheese for ?
Really enjoyed that video, looks so easy, thank you Rik for all your hard work 😀
Your broad knowledge always makes for an interesting if not tasty outcome =) Thanks
This looks wonderful. Definitely going to try and make this. Thank you again Rik 👍🏻
I simply love watching you. I WILL make this. I LOVE cream cheese. Thank you Rik!!!
Rik! Wow😀 that looks amazing way better than store bought 👏👏👏👏👏👍💖
Cream cheese is one of my favourite food groups! You provided an easy way to eat more. 😂 Guava and cream cheese empanadas are the best.
I heard a couple of plaintive meows from an interested pussy cat at the 2:15 - 2:20 mark. He or she obviously likes cream cheese too! Cheers Rik, another great video x
Yes a little one (wild) who walked up - got spruced up and fed, injections all the business. Here to stay! He is a cracker to be honest. Great addition. Everyone gets help around here. Thank you. Best, Rik
I've made paneer cheese and of course cottage cheese, but never thought of making cream cheese, you know what, I'm going to give it a go Rik 😊
Thank you Rik,so nice,fast and easy,your recipes is in my ketchen,thank you once again
Hi Rik "you forgot to say in the vid please see below" loved the vid easy peasy lemon squeezy cottage/creamed cheese how simple to make ❤👌👍
You forgot to mention in the video most importantly that you need to use ''full fat'' milk know its in the description ingredients list but guess a few people wont go and read that but just go off your vid instead so thought I'd mention it hear for you so people go and read the ingredients in the description first before they start to make their very own delicious cottage/creamed chesse 🧀 YUMYUM! 😋😁👍👍👍
I made some cream cheese this morning for the first time. It was just a small amount. Then I saw you making cheese. I wish I had seen your video first. You explained things so much better! I have followed a lot of your recipes with great success - loved the Chinese curry paste. Thanks Rik. Where in Yorkshire did you live? 😀
Thanks rik, lovely home made cream cheese, delicious.😃👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
That’s a great way to use up extra milk. You could make ricotta for Italian recipes with it too. I’m going to have a go. Thanks for all these fab ideas Rik xx
Great❤i will make this for sure. Thx rik again for the great recipe❤👋🇫🇮
Looks great - "Lox and a schmeer on a bagel" is one of my favorites, so I will certainly try this recipe - thanks a lot! One question, okay two - what is the best way to store it in the fridge, and how long will it last? [Roger]
Is this the same as Philidelphia Rik?
As good as or better in my opinion. I love home made - it tastes more fresh. Thank you. Best, Rik
Cheesecakes here I come. Thanks, Rik.😊
That might be on the menu here too! Probably do something different as usual. Thank you, Liz. Best, Rik
Thanks for this Rik, homemade cream cheese is delicious and makes lovely cheesecake.😃👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Awesome again, Rik!! How about a video how to make fresh corn beef from a hunk of beef? Is it like making the ham?
Ooh, cream cheese & marmite on toast 😋. I never knew it was so easy to make cottage and cream cheese! How long does it last in the fridge ? ❤
I dont know - I make to eat here all gone in a few days. Thank You. Best, Rik
This will be my contribution at the next barbecue. That's enough cream cheese to make several variations with herbs and spices.
Asa chef I would say you do not have to boil your milk. Just above blood heat will be the same. For strait curd I would use white vinegar for goats milk/sheeps milk I may use lemon. all the best Rab
UP TO YOU - can you see I made cheese no problem - I've done it this way for years. Thank you. Best, Rik
I have to try this at some point. Can this be made into a firmer cheese? Or any other variations you recommend?
Hi rik, another good tutorial on making cream or cottage cheese, was you using 6 pints of whole milk and could you guess the weight ratio you get from the milk to make the cheese.
and could make cream cheese from soya milk.
All in the description - 5 liters - 830g cream cheese. This is whole milk 100% full fat pasteurised. Thank You. Best, Rik
Hi Rik doo you know if this is suitable to make baked cheesecake. I have a very old recipe and I would like to make it a again Many Thanks if you can let me know
Yes you can! Yes, homemade cream cheese can definitely be used to make a baked cheesecake. In fact, using homemade cream cheese can add a unique, fresh flavour to your cheesecake. However, keep in mind that the texture and moisture content of homemade cream cheese might vary from commercial brands. This variation could affect the consistency and firmness of your cheesecake.
To ensure the best results, make sure your homemade cream cheese is well strained and has a consistency similar to that of commercial cream cheese. If it's too wet, it might make the cheesecake batter too loose, affecting the final texture of the cheesecake. You might need to adjust the amount of cream cheese or other ingredients to achieve the desired texture. Thank you. Best, Rik
Lol, heard your kitty and thought it was my kitty! Curious, can this be done with nut milks? If I cut this into cubes would it be paneer?
You can also mix in strawberries, blueberries, or your favourite leftover veggies for cream cheeses that are great in bagels. The veggie one is for bagel sandwiches. ❤
Will this work with a plant based milk as I have a family history of Cancer so need to avoid all the estrogen and BLV in dairy? Thanks for posting
Yes it will - I would imagine you know that and what you can eat if its a family history thing. Thank you. Best, Rik
Weird..I thought "cream cheese" for sure had added sugar lol. Thanks for the lesson Chef,
I use my Instant Pot to make cottage cheese. I didn’t know it could be turned into cream cheese!
Rik, how do you use the whey for baking?
1. Bread Making: Substitute whey for the water or milk in your bread recipes. It can help to activate the yeast and add a slight tanginess, similar to using buttermilk.
2. Pancakes and Waffles: Use whey in place of milk in your batter to add a protein boost and ensure fluffy pancakes or waffles.
3. Muffins and Quick Breads: Replace the liquid in recipes for muffins, banana bread, or other quick breads with whey. This substitution can add a subtle richness and improve the moisture content.
4. Pizza Dough: Use whey instead of water in your pizza dough recipe for a crispier crust and deeper flavour.
5. Cakes: Incorporate whey into cake batters to enhance the cake's texture and add a delicate, milky flavour.
Remember to adjust your recipes slightly if needed, as whey can be more acidic than other liquids, which might affect how other ingredients like baking soda or baking powder react. Best, Rik
Suggestion: add some garlic, cream cheese is very bland but, like mayonnaise, everything is better with a bit of fresh garlic. 😅
Now publish bread, muffins and soup recipes to use up the whey. I use might in nearly everything😉
I don’t know if, there is a difference in US store bought milk from other countries, but boiled milk here in US doesn’t foam up as much like this did.
Might be a dumb question but single or double cream. 👍
It does matter - it is to put a little creaminess in there and a little moisture to soften it. Thank You. Best, Rik
@@BackyardChef thanks, usually have a bit of double in the fridge but never get to use it all before going smelly. 👍
My Dad always made cheese like this But hung over the tap. But never used bananas 😜🤪😜
Seems like Indian Paneer.
Yes easy paneer just do not cream it - The curds slightly pressed is paneer. Thank you. Best, Rik
If i ever win the lottery rik im going to buy a house and grounds with another house in the grounds. I will pay you handsome wage and put you on a pension aswell. You will be appointed as my chef 👨🍳 and you and youre family can join me in the feasting
Wow! I'm just working out the chance of winning the lottery! Google say 1 in 10 million. Flipping heck I will have to keep posting easy recipes for you to follow (For Now) Thank you. Best, Rik
@@BackyardChef you never know rik
@@chucky2316 I'm sitting here everything crossed! Good luck! Thank you. Best, Rik
@@BackyardChef thank you rik
What a great idea! 😂