How to Make Thick Rich Greek Yogurt

Submitted by Chef #1802998083

"How to make thick ,rich tasty Greek Yogurt quickly simply and easily. This Greek Yogurt recipe yields a lush creamy yogurt that is far better than anything you can buy in a store. You also have the additional benefit of avoiding additives such as stabilizers and thickeners that are in most commercially prepared yogurts. This yogurt is wonderful as a treat by itself but is also fantastic to use when making frozen yogurt or yogurt dips and sauces like tzatziki. Yogurt has many health benefits and making it yourself will not only save you money, it will give you a far better taste experience."

 

• Ready In: 12hrs 10mins
• Ingredients: 2
• Serves: 10

ingredients

• 1 cup yogurt
• 1⁄2 gallon milk

directions

1. In a sauce pan heat milk to 110 degrees. Have oven preheating to 110 degrees at the same time.
2. When milk is heated add yogurt and whisk well.
3. Cover mixture and place into a second container, cover that as well, or wrap with a towel . Turn oven OFF and place covered mixture in and allow to sit for 8 to 10 hours.
4. After 8 to 10 hours remove from oven.
5. Place strainer over a saucepan and pour in yogurt -- as it is in the strainer and over a saucepan place in fridge and allow to strain for several hours. When done transfer to bowl ,stir and serve.
6. Suggestion: A great way to serve this is with a dollop of honey and some finely chopped walnuts.