Yogurt Recipe

Time4h

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Heat the Milk
In a saucepan, pour the whole milk and heat over medium heat until it reaches around 85°C (185°F). Stir occasionally to prevent the milk from scorching.
2
Cool the Milk
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the milk cool down to about 43°C (110°F). This is the optimal temperature for the yogurt cultures to thrive.
3
Add Yogurt Culture
In a small bowl, mix the 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt with a few tablespoons of the warm milk until smooth. Then, stir this mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the warm milk.
4
Incubate the Yogurt
Cover the saucepan with a lid or a towel and place it in a warm spot (like inside an oven with the light on, or an insulated cooler) for about 6 to 12 hours. The longer it sits, the thicker and tangier it will become.
5
Check the Consistency
After the incubation period, check the yogurt. It should be thickened and tangy. If it has not set, you can leave it for a few more hours.
6
Chill the Yogurt
Once the yogurt has reached your desired thickness, transfer it to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

7
Add Flavorings
If desired, once the yogurt is chilled, you can mix in honey, vanilla extract, or fresh fruit before serving to enhance the flavor.