I just made yogurt! Greek Yogurt at that! I'm patting myself on the back because up until last week I didn't even think you could make yogurt in your kitchen let alone the super indulgent and expensive Greek yogurt that is all the rage these days. Just to let everyone know, those Greek Yogurt makers are totally ripping everyone off. I'm super excited because we eat a 32oz tub or more of yogurt a week. This skill will save me so much money.
While it took some time, it really took little effort. Its one of those projects you have going on when you are home doing other projects, like laundry and catching up on your shows. Also, if you make it in the crock pot and time it right it really makes it's self while your are sleeping. Something I will try next time.
Lastly there are some great by-products produced from this process.
I've read that the left over whey is supposed to make your homemade bread super soft. I cannot wait to test this out as I've been struggling with my bread. Also, if you are looking for a great skin treatment, you can use the little bit of yogurt that clung to the paper towel during straining as a skin softening mask (something I'm doing right now:). I've killed three birds with 1/2 gallon of milk today!
Although, I read through several different regular and Greek recipes first(Thank You Google). This is the recipe I used http://www.happysimpleliving.com/2011/03/06/make-your-own-homemade-greek-yogurt/. I may re-post later showing the few tweaks I made after I make multiple successful batches, but for now I will give this blogger all the credit.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
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