Curd cheese with green basil

1 serving

7 minutes

Cream cheese with green basil is a delicate and aromatic product that is a great addition to Italian cuisine. Its roots trace back to traditional cheese-making methods where dairy products underwent natural aging and pressing. This recipe uses frozen kefir, allowing for a soft, creamy texture with a slight tanginess. Green basil adds freshness and a subtle herbal note to the flavor, while sea salt enhances the depth of aroma. This cheese is perfect for spreading on fresh bread, adding to pasta, or using as a base for sauces. It is not only delicious but also healthy due to its high protein and probiotic content. Enjoy its tenderness and harmonious blend of flavors!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 561.3
• Proteins: 28.1g
• Fats: 32g
• Carbohydrates: 41.2g

Ingredients

• Kefir 3.2%: 1 l
• Green basil leaves: 1 stem
• Sea salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Send the kefir to the freezer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Kefir 3.2%: 1 l

2. Take it out after 2 hours.

   Required ingredients:

   • Kefir 3.2%: 1 l

3. Cut the packaging and take out the kefir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Kefir 3.2%: 1 l

4. Place 2-3 layers of cheesecloth in a colander or strainer.

5. Pour kefir inside.

   Required ingredients:

   • Kefir 3.2%: 1 l

6. Once the kefir is fully thawed, squeeze out the excess moisture.

   Required ingredients:

   • Kefir 3.2%: 1 l

7. Transfer the resulting cheese to a convenient container.

8. Chop the basil leaves finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green basil leaves: 1 stem

9. Grind the salt into powder using a coffee grinder.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sea salt:  to taste

10. Salt the cheese and add basil.

    Required ingredients:

    • Sea salt:  to taste
    • Green basil leaves: 1 stem

11. Mix and serve.