American Cheese From Scratch

By Tasty · 15 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Line a baking sheet or glass dish with lightly oiled wax paper and set it aside.
2. In a small saucepan, whisk the whole milk, sodium citrate and sodium hexametaphosphate together. Heat over low heat, stirring, until the salts have fully dissolved.
3. Add both cheddars a handful at a time, stirring constantly, until fully melted in.
4. Keep the heat low, holding the mixture at about 150°F (65°C) to 160°F (70°C). Add the gelatin and keep stirring until smooth and glossy. Season with kosher salt to taste.
5. Pour the mixture onto the lined sheet and spread it into a thin, even layer.
6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until fully set and firm. Lift the cheese out with the wax paper and cut into slices. Serve right away or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

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