How do you make large cottage cheese curds?

To make large cottage cheese curds, begin by heating milk to about 120°F (49°C) and then add an acid, such as vinegar or lemon juice, to curdle the milk. Allow the mixture to sit for about 5-10 minutes until curds form and separate from the whey. Gently cut the curds into larger pieces and heat them again to about 130°F (54°C) to firm them up. Finally, drain the whey, rinse the curds, and mix in salt to taste.