But the end result — tangy, creamy homemade labneh — is so worth it. Labneh is also known as yogurt cheese because it is as thick and creamy as soft cheese. This unique texture is achieved by ...

Labneh: Line a deep bowl with a piece of cheesecloth or muslin (a clean J-cloth is also fine, as an alternative) and set aside. In a separate bowl, mix the yoghurt(s) with 1 teaspoon of salt.