Diana's Homemade Yogurt

 

Making yogurt might not be pretty, but it's a real thriller, and it tastes out of this world!

 

1 gallon milk

1 small container plain yogurt

Sugar (to taste)

Fruit or crushed berries (optional)

 

Put milk in large pot on stove and heat on high till it almost boils. Let cool to med warm, then add the container of yogurt (culture). Pour mixture into a gallon jar. Wrap the jar with a towel and set it on a heating pad, on low. Let sit overnight. Add sugar (to taste) and crushed berries or your choice of flavors. Can be made in a quart jar for a smaller batch.

 

Variations:

*Yogurt Milkshake

Put yogurt, a little orange juice concentrate and two bananas/strawberries in a blender then top off with milk and blend. Omit the milk and add ice for a thicker smoothie-style drink.

*Yogurt Smoothie

Crush blackberries (or any fruit) with a little sugar and blend with yogurt and ice cubes for thickness. Milk can be added if desired.

*Sour Cream Substitute

Use yogurt straight from jar without adding sugar.