19 Herbed Yogurt Cheese
Makes 1 quart
Ingredients
- 2 quarts plain yogurt
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 2 ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped oregano
- 2 teaspoons chopped thyme
- 2 small chiles, split
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cups extra-virgin olive oil
Steps
- Mix the yogurt, salt, and pepper and drain 3 days under refrigeration in a cheesecloth-lined colander or a cheesecloth or muslin bag set over a bowl.
- Divide the cheese into 2-ounce portions and place on parchment-lined trays. Allow to drain and dry overnight under refrigeration.
- Combine the remaining ingredients for a marinade. Add the cheese and marinate 24 hours before serving.
The cheese can be held in the marinade under refrigeration for up to 4 weeks.