Nutrient-Dense Dairy

Cultured Probiotic Yogurt

Create your own creamy, probiotic-rich yogurt at home. This recipe uses raw milk for optimal nutrition.

Ingredients:

• 1 quart raw milk
• 2 tablespoons yogurt starter or live-culture yogurt

Instructions:

1. Heat the milk to 110°F (do not boil).
2. Remove from heat and stir in the yogurt starter.
3. Pour into a clean jar, cover, and keep at 110°F for 8-12 hours.
4. Refrigerate and enjoy!

Tip: Use a yogurt maker or an oven with the light on to maintain the temperature.

Milk Kefir

Milk kefir is a tangy, effervescent drink teeming with probiotics.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 tablespoon milk kefir grains

Instructions:

1. Place milk kefir grains in a glass jar.
2. Pour milk over the grains and cover with a cloth secured with a rubber band.
3. Let ferment at room temperature for 24-48 hours, depending on desired tanginess.
4. Strain and refrigerate. Save the grains for your next batch!

Soft Cheese

This soft cheese is perfect for spreading or adding to recipes.

Ingredients:

• 1 quart raw milk
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar

Instructions:

1. Heat the milk to 180°F.
2. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice or vinegar until curds form.
3. Strain through cheesecloth to remove the whey.
4. Transfer the cheese to a container and refrigerate.

Add herbs, salt, or spices to customize your cheese!