Guido’s Cheese is a mild, Italian-inspired cheese that’s ready in just three short weeks. It was highly recommended to me by another dairy shepherdess. It’s a great choice for those new to aged cheeses or anyone looking for a faster payoff from their home cheesemaking efforts.

Step-by-step guide to making Bel Paese cheese with sheep milk—plus encouragement for beginners and tips from a real homestead cheesemaker.

There’s something magical about turning fresh milk—especially from your own animals—into cheese. This week on the homestead, I made a fresh batch of Queso Fresco using milk from our dairy sheep, right here in the vintage 1950s bunkhouse that we now rent out as an Airbnb. It’s a simple, rewarding cheese that’s perfect for beginners, and in this post, I’ll walk you through the process—and share a little of the homestead life along the way.