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Title: source for molds for making gbejniet
Post by: Bernardsmith on November 09, 2016, 02:48:07 PM
Does anyone know of any source for a form known as qwieleb designed for making a Maltese cheese called gbejna (pl: gbejniet)  or is there a "hack" for this form? The cheese seems quite easy to make but being able to drain the whey effectively is the real challenge. I experimented with some plastic disposable cups that I had punched holes into but that did not adequately allow the whey to drain - and you need about 15 or 20 molds for the curds that are produced by one gallon of milk. The forms are like small plastic baskets. Thanks   
Title: Re: source for molds for making gbejniet
Post by: Duntov on November 09, 2016, 05:28:57 PM
I would think any small basket type mold would work fine.  Just go by the diameter you need.
Title: Re: source for molds for making gbejniet
Post by: Bernardsmith on November 09, 2016, 08:48:51 PM
Thanks Duntov. I think I may have just found something at Get Culture. They have small baskets that have a 1.5 inch diameter at the top and 1.75 at the base (?) and a 2 inch height - which is pretty close to what I was looking for
Title: Re: source for molds for making gbejniet
Post by: dickdeuel on November 10, 2016, 01:05:20 AM
I found some small plastic pots that are used in hydroponics.  They come in a variety of sizes.

These are similar to what I used:   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UZ0Q4TG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UZ0Q4TG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

Dick
Title: Re: source for molds for making gbejniet
Post by: Bernardsmith on November 10, 2016, 01:32:13 AM
These look great. Thanks.