Yogurt Cheese

A light and healthy alternative to sour cream or cream cheese.

Ingredients:

• 16 ounces plain yogurt (natural without gelatin or thickening ingredients)

Preparation:

If you don't have a yogurt strainer you can use a coffee filter or place a double layer of cheesecloth in a sieve or colander. Position your "filter" over a bowl to catch the drainage as the liquid separates from the solids.

Pour yogurt into the filter. Refrigerate bowl for at least 12 hours - it will take longer for a cream cheese consistency. Store yogurt cheese in a covered container in the refrigerator.
Makes 1 cup.

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