Homemade Yogurt

24m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1In a large pot, heat 4 liters of whole milk on the stove, stirring constantly, until it comes to a boil.
  2. 2Remove from heat and reserve 1-2 ladles of the hot milk in a bowl; set aside to cool.
  3. 3In another bowl, set aside 2 tablespoons of yogurt to come to room temperature.
  4. 4Place the pot of hot milk in an ice bath to cool down.
  5. 5Cool the milk until you can put your pinky in it for 10 seconds.
  6. 6Add the reserved yogurt to the reserved milk and stir to combine.
  7. 7Add the mixture to the pot of milk and whisk to combine.
  8. 8Cover the pot with a lid, then wrap it with a couple of layers of towels or blankets.
  9. 9Let it sit undisturbed for 24 hours.
  10. 10Unwrap and transfer to the fridge for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight. DO NOT OPEN THE LID.

Ingredients

  • 4 liters whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt with active bacterial cultures

Equipment

large potwhiskladlesmall bowlice bathlidtowel or blanketfridge