What is the Best Way To Make Yogurt? Cold Start vs. Traditional Method
Check out this comparison of the cold start method for making yogurt and the traditional method (preheat the milk) to help people choose which process is better for them.
Making Yogurt
Making yogurt at home is like doing a science experiment with God. You set it up the right way, and He does the work. It’s one of my favorite things to do in the kitchen. I think you will enjoy it, too.
Let’s get started…
Start here to learn how to make yogurt or Greek yogurt: How To Make Homemade Healthy Greek Yogurt.
In case you don’t know, Greek yogurt is regular yogurt that has been strained. You get to choose when you make it yourself. The directions will show you how to make both regular yogurt and Greek yogurt. The most popular post from Salad in a Jar on the subject of yogurt is Five Things You Should Not Do When Making Yogurt.
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