Herbed Macadamia-Almond Cheese Recipe

Name: Herbed Macadamia-Almond Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup raw macadamia nuts; 1 cup blanched almonds; 1/4 tsp. probiotic powder; 1/4 cup minced red onion; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 2 Tbs. chopped chives; 2 Tbs. chopped dill; 2 Tbs. lemon juice; 1 tsp. sea salt; 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
To make Cheese Base: Soak macadamia nuts and almonds in filtered water 6 to 8 hours.
2
Drain.
3
Blend soaked nuts with 1 cup fresh filtered water and probiotic powder in high-speed blender until smooth and creamy, adding more water if necessary.
4
Line small colander with damp cheesecloth, allowing several inches of cloth to drape over sides.
5
Set colander over dish to catch liquid, and pour creamy nut mixture into cheesecloth.
6
Fold excess cheesecloth over top of nut mixture, and place in a warm (not hot) location to ferment.
7
After 2 hours, place a can or cup filled with grains or seeds on top of cheese bundle to help press out excess liquid.
8
Let ferment 8 to 12 hours more; check every 2 to 3 hours, and drain off excess liquid collecting in dish.
9
Transfer Cheese Base to bowl, and stir in all Add-Ins.
10
Cover, and store in refrigerator up to 1 week.

334

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup raw macadamia nuts, 1 cup blanched almonds, 1/4 tsp. probiotic powder, 1/4 cup minced red onion, and more.

Yes, Herbed Macadamia-Almond Cheese falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Herbed Macadamia-Almond Cheese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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