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First Feta

Started by nym, December 05, 2016, 06:48:27 PM

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nym

Hi All

I'm really pleased with how my first feta turned out and how surprisingly easy it was to make   :D

My only concern is that (after five weeks) the cheese is developing a slight sliminess. I'm not too worried as it still tastes fine and I've read on this forum that it is not harmful. But I would love to know how to cure it.
I have it stored in the fridge in 8% brine made as follows

1 litre water
90g salt
1/2 tsp CaCl2
1/4 tsp vinegar

Any suggestions please?

AnnDee

I think more cacl on the brine might help.

Kern

I agree with AnnDee.  Add another 1/2 tsp of CaCl2 to the recipe.  Rinse any slime off and put it into new brine.

nym

Thank you AnnDee and Kern. I'll give it a try.
I'm still very pleased with my effort despite the slight slime   ;)