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Yogurt Recipe

Inspired by Taj Stamford
Time2h
Serves4

Smooth, fresh plain yogurt served chilled.

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Ingredients

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Dairy Ingredients

Equipment Needed

Method

Preparing the Milk

1

Heat the Milk

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, pour in the whole milk and place over medium heat. Slowly heat the milk until it reaches 180°F (82°C), stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.

2

Cool the Milk

Once the milk reaches 180°F, remove it from the heat and let it cool to about 110°F (43°C). This might take about 30-40 minutes. Use a thermometer to check the temperature.

Inoculating the Milk

3

Add Yogurt Starter

Once the milk has cooled to 110°F, add the plain yogurt to the milk. Whisk gently until the yogurt is fully incorporated into the milk.

Fermenting Yogurt

4

Transfer and Cover

Pour the milk and yogurt mixture into a glass or ceramic container. Cover the container with a lid.

5

Wrap and Insulate

Wrap the container in a towel or blanket to keep it warm. Place it in a warm area of your kitchen, or use a yogurt maker if you have one.

6

Let it Ferment

Allow the yogurt to ferment for 6 to 12 hours depending on your desired tartness. The longer it ferments, the tangier it will be.

Finishing the Yogurt

7

Chill the Yogurt

Once the yogurt has reached your desired taste and consistency, remove it from the warm area and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.