How to make yogurt
How To Make Your own Yogurt Ingredients 1/2 gallon milk — whole or 2% are best, but skim can also be used 1/2 cup commercial yogurt containing active cultures Equipment 3 quart or larger Dutch oven or heavy saucepan with a lid Spatula Instant-read or candy thermometer (one that can clip to the side of the pan) Small measuring cup or small bowl Whisk Instructions Heat the milk. Pour the milk into the Dutch oven and set over medium to medium-high heat. Warm the milk to right below boiling, about 200°F. Stir the milk gently as it heats to make sure the bottom doesn't scorch and the milk doesn't boil over. According to the National Center for Home Food Preservation , this heating step is necessary to change the protein structure in the milk so it sets as a solid instead of separating. Cool the milk. Let the milk cool until it is just warm to the touch, 112°F to 115°F. Stir occasionally to prevent a skin from forming. (Though if one does form, you ca...