Definitions for "Farmer cheese"
Farmer Cheese (aka farmer's cheese, farmers cheese). A simple cheese used for fillings in blintzes and other foods; pressed drier still, it is sometimes rolled in a mixture of herbs and flavorings, or wrapped in very thin slices of flavorful smoked meats, its cooling sensation complimenting these added flavorings and certainly pleasing to a variety of palates. Farmer cheese is made by pressing most of the moisture from cottage cheese. Around the world, farmer cheese is variably made from milk from cows, sheep, or goats, each with its own final texture and nuance of flavor.
A form of cottage cheese, pressed to remove most of the liquid. Dry farmer cheese is firm enough to slice or crumble, and may be eaten as is or used in cooking. Recipe: Honey Cake With Farmer's Cheese
A form of cottage cheese from which most of the liquid has been pressed. Very dry farmer cheese is sold in a loaf that is firm enough to slice or crumble. It has a mild, slightly tangy flavor.