Lebaneh- Lebanese Cheese Spread

Prep: 10 min Cook: 24-48 hours

Ingredients

• 16 cups plain yogurt (without thickening agents such as gelatin and corn starch)
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• Roasted mashed garlic, to taste
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Directions

1. Line a large colander with a cheesecloth. Stir salt into the yogurt, and pour the yogurt into the cheesecloth. Set the colander in the sink or bowl to catch the liquid that drains off. Leave to drain for 24-48 hours.

2. After draining for the 24-48 hours, transfer the resulting cheese to a bowl. Stir in the olive oil and garlic. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator.

Labneh is delicious on bread or crackers. Some people like to add middle eastern spices such as Zaatar as well.