How to Make Your Own Yogurt

Eating yogurt helps to ensure that good bacteria (in the yogurt) is keeping your gut flora in balance so that you can avoid conditions like a yeast infection, a weak immune system, and even some allergies. Making yogurt is easy and economical. Using quality milk will also ensure that the yogurt you make is more nutritious. You’ll need a thermometer, milk, yogurt, a pot, and an insulating container (which can simply be a foam box with a lid).

1. Warm milk on low heat to 180 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Let the milk cool to 115 degrees Fahrenheit and stir in a tablespoon of plain yogurt for every liter of milk.
3. Place overnight in a covered insulator, or just until it is set.
4. Refrigerate in the morning. And enjoy when chilled.

Optional toppings: Honey, cut fruit, dried fruit, etc.

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