Kilner US Healthy Eating Guide 2018

HOMEMADE YOGURT

Yogurt, which originated thousands of years ago, is a natural dairy product known for its nutritional values. It is thought to have transpired accidentally when milk that was being stored curdled due to the presence of bacteria. This nutrient rich dairy product contains essential amino acids, minerals and vitamins, all of which provide a range of health benefits. In addition, homemade yogurt is packed with probiotic goodness which aids digestion and strengthens the immune system.

Instructions

Ingredients

1, Place the milk into a Kilner ® Canning Pan and heat gently until the temperature reaches 180°F to 200°F or the milk starts to boil. Keep a close eye on the milk in case it boils over. 2, Once the milk reaches the required temperature, remove from the heat and allow to cool to around 110°F – 120°F. This can take around 30- 45 minutes. Stir the milk occasionally to prevent a film forming which could alter the texture of the yogurt. 3, Add in the starter yogurt and stir thoroughly. Transfer to Kilner ® Wide Mouth Jars and secure the lid in place. Your finished jars should be kept in a warm environment for between 4 - 8 hours or they can be left overnight. We recommend wrapping your jars in a blanket to create a warm atmosphere. The longer your yogurt sits the thicker and more tart it becomes. If this is your first time making yogurt we recommend that you check your yogurt after 4 hours. Avoid stirring the yogurt until it is fully set. 4, After your yogurt has set transfer Kilner ® Jars to the refrigerator until you are ready to use them. Finished yogurt can be stored in a refrigerator for 7 days. You can use your finished yogurt to create lots of delicious flavors, why not try adding sugar and lemon for a tangy lemon yogurt.

½ gallon Whole milk or 2% milk 2tbsp Starter yogurt (see note below)

(For your starter culture, you can use store bought yogurt but it needs to contain live cultures and be free of any sugar or preservatives. Alternatively, if you have made a previous batch of yogurt you can also use this.)

Add milk to a heavy based saucepan and heat gently.

Turn off heat and allow to cool.

Add in the starter yogurt and stir thoroughly.

Transfer to Kilner ® Jars and leave in a warm place for 4-8 hours. Store finished jars in the refrigerator for 7 days.

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