Andy Montoya
Making goat cheese in an instant pot is a simple process that requires just three ingredients: goat's milk, heat, and acid. This method is not only cost-effective but also allows you to customize your cheese by adding herbs, spices, or other flavourings. The instant pot eliminates the hassle of constant monitoring, making the process almost effortless. You can even use leftover whey in smoothies, polenta, and boiling potatoes. The final product can be used in a variety of dishes, including salads, pasta, pizzas, and baked potatoes.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Ingredients | Goat's milk, heat, acid, water, milk, cream, salt, herbs |
| Equipment | Instant Pot, cheesecloth, thermometer |
| Time | 20 minutes under high pressure, 10 minutes to release pressure |
| Storage | Consume within 1 week, store in a drawer with lower humidity |
| Serving Suggestions | Spread on toast, bagels, or croissants, crumble into salads, mix into pasta sauces, top pizza, marinate in olive oil and herbs |
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What You'll Learn
Goat cheese mashed potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of gold, Yukon gold, yellow, or butter potatoes
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of water
- Milk
- Sour cream
- Butter
- Goat cheese
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and quarter the potatoes.
- Add the potatoes, water, and salt to the Instant Pot.
- Close the lid with the valve in the sealing position.
- Select the Manual mode and adjust the cooking time to 20 minutes under high pressure.
- After the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before opening the lid.
- Drain the potatoes and add them back into the Instant Pot.
- If desired, remove the skins from the potatoes at this point.
- Add the milk, sour cream, butter, 3/4 of the goat cheese, and any optional fresh herbs.
- Mash well with a potato masher, ricer, or electric hand mixer until smooth. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the potatoes gluey.
- For a crispy top, transfer the mashed potatoes to an 8-inch baking dish.
- Top with dollops of the remaining goat cheese and use a spoon or spatula to create a swirled pattern.
- Cook under the broiler for about 5 minutes, until golden brown.
Enjoy your delicious and creamy goat cheese mashed potatoes!
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Blending with liquids
It is important to note that the type of liquid you use will affect the flavour and texture of your cheese. For example, using water will result in a milder-tasting cheese with a softer texture, while using milk or cream will give your cheese a richer, more decadent flavour and a creamier texture. You can also experiment with different types of milk, such as whole milk, skim milk, or even buttermilk, to find the flavour and texture that you prefer.
In addition to water, milk, or cream, you can also add other ingredients to your cheese when blending to enhance the flavour and texture. For example, you can add fresh or dried herbs, spices, or even honey to create a unique and personalised cheese. If you're looking for a more savoury cheese, you can add a small amount of salt to taste, or for a sweeter cheese, you can add a drizzle of honey or other sweetener.
Finally, when blending your cheese, it's important to work in small batches to ensure that the cheese is evenly blended and to avoid over-processing, which can affect the texture. Once your cheese is blended to your desired consistency, it's ready to be served or stored in the refrigerator for later.
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Goat cheese ingredients
Making goat cheese at home is simple and cost-effective. The process is straightforward and only requires a few easily accessible ingredients.
The first and most important ingredient is, of course, goat's milk. It is best to use full-fat goat's milk, preferably pasteurized, as ultra-pasteurized milk does not curdle in the same way. If you can source it, raw goat's milk is also an option.
The second ingredient is water, which is used to dissolve the third key ingredient, citric acid. Citric acid is essential as it encourages the goat's milk to separate into curds and whey.
You can also add simple home ingredients to help the milk curdle, such as white vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or lemon juice. For every quart of milk (950ml), you will need 1/3 cup of fresh lemon juice or 1/4 cup of vinegar.
Once the cheese has set, you can blend it with a bit of water, milk, or cream to achieve a smooth, creamy goat cheese.
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Instant Pot temperature
The temperature of an Instant Pot depends on the setting used. The default setting of the pressure cooker is "high", with a temperature range of 239°F-244°F and a pressure of 10.2-11.6 psi. However, you can adjust it to a lower pressure and temperature of 5.8-7.2 psi and 229-233°F by pressing the "pressure" button.
The "sauté" function has three temperature ranges: normal (320-349°F), more (347-410°F), and less (275-302°F). The "slow cook" button has three settings: normal (190-200°F), less (180-190°F), and more (200-210°F).
The congee function has a temperature of around 230°F and a pressure of about 8 psi. The "keep warm" function maintains a broad temperature range of 145-172°F.
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Storing goat cheese
Goat cheese is best stored in the refrigerator, ideally in the vegetable drawer, which typically has a temperature between 8°C and 10°C—a similar atmosphere to the cave or ripening room where the cheese was matured. Depending on your tastes, you can also store well-aged goat cheese in the middle of your refrigerator (between 4°C and 6°C) or stop the ripening of fresh cheese by storing it at the top of the refrigerator (between 0°C and 4°C).
When storing goat cheese in the refrigerator, it's important to wrap the cheese correctly to avoid transferring odors and flavours between different cheeses and to protect the cheese from microbial contamination. You can wrap each cheese individually in parchment paper, aluminium foil, or plastic wrap. Alternatively, you can opt for a cheese box, which will keep the cheese separate from other foods stored in the refrigerator.
Goat cheese needs humidity and some room to breathe. If storing in a glass or plastic container, avoid using plastic wrap as this can cause suffocation and unwanted mould. Instead, use wax paper and then wrap in plastic before storing in the refrigerator drawer. Aim to consume the cheese within a week of opening.
Some goat cheeses, such as dry and semi-hard varieties, can be frozen to extend their shelf life. However, fresh and ripened goat cheeses should not be frozen, as the thawing process can alter their texture and flavour. To freeze goat cheese, wrap the cheese properly and then place it in an airtight container, preferably made of glass to prevent odour absorption.
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Frequently asked questions
You will need fresh goat's milk, cheesecloth, and a thermometer. It is best to use full-fat goat's milk and avoid ultra-pasteurized milk as it won't curdle in the same way.
The process for making goat cheese in an instant pot involves combining goat's milk with heat and acid. First, heat the milk to 92 degrees Fahrenheit in the instant pot, then add culture or rennet and turn off the unit. Drain the curds and whey through a colander lined with cheesecloth, and stir in salt to taste. You can also add herbs or spices for flavor.
Homemade goat cheese should be consumed within 1-2 weeks and stored in a drawer with lower humidity.
