Homemade Fromage Blanc (Emeril Lagasse) Recipe

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Homemade Fromage Blanc (Emeril Lagasse)
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Ingredients:

  • 2 quarts whole milk , as fresh as possible
  • 1 cup heavy cream (optional)
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp salt , if desired
  • heavy cream , for serving

Directions:

  1. In a large, heavy saucepan, add the milk and the cream for a richer fromage blanc. In a mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk and lemon juice and stir to combine well. Add the buttermilk-lemon juice mixture to the milk and begin to heat the milk, over low heat and very slowly, to 175 degrees F. While the milk is heating, stir only twice, making 2 strokes each time, with a heat-proof spatula or other flat utensil. Check the temperature often. As soon as the temperature reaches 175 degrees F, remove the pot from the heat and allow to sit, undisturbed, for 10 minutes.
  2. Line a large colander with 2 layers of fine cheesecloth and set over a large bowl. Gently ladle the curds and whey into the colander and allow to drain until the drips of whey slows, about 2 minutes. Tie the corners of the cheesecloth together to form a hanging pouch, and hang pouch over a bowl and allow to drain until the cheese reaches the desired consistency.
  3. Serve as is, with preserves, honey or fresh fruit, or add salt or fresh herbs, to taste, and enjoy as a savory appetizer. If a rich cheese is desired, spoon or pour a bit of heavy cream over the top before serving. Also, if a very smooth product is desired, beat the cheese briefly with an electric mixer before serving.
  4. Refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 1 week. If cheese is marinated in oil with fresh herbs, it will keep, refrigerated, for up to 1 month.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1390.91 Kcal (5823 kJ)
Calories from fat 531.9 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 59.1g 91%
Cholesterol 257.5mg 86%
Sodium 2546.35mg 106%
Potassium 3840.76mg 82%
Total Carbs 128.24g 43%
Sugars 123.42g 494%
Protein 75.9g 152%
Vitamin C 13.1mg 22%
Calcium 3035.3mg 304%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 53.42 Kcal (224 kJ)
Calories from fat 20.43 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.27g 91%
Cholesterol 9.89mg 86%
Sodium 97.8mg 106%
Potassium 147.52mg 82%
Total Carbs 4.93g 43%
Sugars 4.74g 494%
Protein 2.92g 152%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 22%
Calcium 116.6mg 304%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 32.7
    Points
  • 36
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Sugar

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