Requeijão

Requeijão is a type of creamy cheese spread that is very popular in Brazil. It has a soft, smooth, and slightly tangy taste. You can serve with pão de queijo or eat with some toast or crackers!

Extract the juice of <quantity>1</quantity> lime

Add <quantity>1<unit>l</unit></quantity> of whole milk to a pot over medium heat and bring it to a boil

Turn off the heat and add the lime juice. Whisk until the solid part separates from the liquids

Reserve <quantity>200<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of the milk

Transfer the milk from the pot to a sieve lined with a cheesecloth or a dish towel

Drain it to separate all the whey from the solid portion

Place the solid portion in a container with high sides and add the reserved milk

Add <quantity>50<unit>g</unit></quantity> of butter and <quantity>5<unit>g</unit></quantity> of salt

Blend it to incorporate the butter. Slowly add <quantity>50<unit>g</unit></quantity> of vegetable oil in batches. Continue blending until the mixture is smooth

Transfer the cheese to a bowl and cover it with cling film, pressing it against the surface

Place it in the refrigerator for 2h until cold

The requeijão is ready

Enjoy! Spread it over a toast or a pão de queijo.

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