Homemade Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
Recipe by KITCHENTOOL
A simple, two‑ingredient method to make fresh mozzarella at home using whole milk and white vinegar. The cheese is soft, stretchy, and perfect for pizza, lasagna, or enjoying on its own.
EasyItalianServes 4
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Source Video
56m
Prep
0m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 6m
Total
Cost Breakdown
Total cost:$2.62
Per serving:$0.66
Critical Success Points
- • Heating milk to exactly 110 °F
- • Adding vinegar and allowing curds to form
- • Straining out as much whey as possible
- • Reheating and stretching the curd until smooth
Safety Warnings
- • Milk can scorch; keep temperature below boiling.
- • The curd will be hot after microwaving – use gloves or let cool slightly before handling.
- • Hot steam from the saucepan can cause burns; keep face away while stirring.
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