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Fermented Potato Cheese

Carol Scheck
Potatoes, but make them a tangy, probiotic "cheese" spread! A throwback to 19th century frugal homemaking.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Additional Time 3 days
Total Time 3 days 30 minutes
Course Ferments

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups peeled chopped potatoes
  • 1 cup milk kefir
  • 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt or fine sea salt
  • additional seasonings or herbs as desired

Instructions
 

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and boil potatoes until they are fork-tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes.
  • While the potatoes are boiling, sterilize a glass container, such as a bowl or Pyrex container. I do this by placing the container in a clean sink and pouring boiling water over it. Remove the container to the counter and place on a clean towel to cool.
  • In the pot or a large mixing bowl, add the kefir and salt to the potatoes. You can use a potato masher to mash the mixture, or blend it all in a food processor for a very smooth texture.
  • When very well blended, place the mixture in your sterilized glass bowl or container. Cover and place on the counter to ferment. Leave on the counter for 2-3 days.
  • After 2-3 days, the mixture will have a mild tangy aroma. Transfer the mixture to a clean linen or cotton towel. Tie the end of the towel and hang it up from a cupboard handle. Place a mixing bowl underneath and let it drain.
  • When the dripping has stopped (I sometimes squeeze it once to get the excess from the towel) remove the towel from the handle.
  • Add any herbs or seasonings of your choosing. Serve your potato cheese as a dip or a spread. Store tightly covered in the refrigerator.
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