Ingredients for - Authentic Homemade Yogurt
How to cook deliciously - Authentic Homemade Yogurt
1. Stage
On a work surface, lay four clean cotton towels in a cross pattern, each with one end overlapping a few inches in the center. Position a large baking dish or glass mixing bowl in the center of the towels.
2. Stage
Set the plain yogurt on the counter to warm to room temperature while preparing the milk mixture.
3. Stage
Combine milk and half-and-half in a large, heavy, non-aluminum pot. Heat over low to moderate heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture just comes to a boil. Immediately remove from heat and pour the mixture into the waiting bowl. Add 1 pint whipping cream for added richness.
4. Stage
Allow mixture to cool to 112 degrees F (44 degrees C). Gradually pour 1 cup of the warm milk into the yogurt, whisking constantly. Return the yogurt-milk mixture to the bowl and stir well. Cover bowl with plastic wrap; wrap kitchen towels up and over the bowl, covering completely. Let stand at room temperature until firmly set, 8 to 12 hours.
5. Stage
Refrigerate yogurt for several hours or overnight to chill completely.
