Homemade Greek Yogurt Recipe
Turn plain yogurt into strained Greek yogurt in no time.
[Photograph: Vicky Wasik]
Strained yogurts like Greek yogurt and labneh are simply made by draining whey from plain yogurt. You can use store-bought or make it yourself. How thick your final result is depends on how long you let it drain.
Why It Works
- Allowing the whey to drip out of the yogurt thickens it, creating the strained yogurt we know as Greek yogurt, labneh, and other names.
- This recipe works with store-bought plain yogurt or homemade.
Read more: How to Make Yogurt and Greek Yogurt at Home
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- Active time: 10 minutes
- Total time:1 hour
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Ingredients
- Plain yogurt, preferably homemade
Directions
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Line a fine-mesh strainer with cheesecloth or a large coffee filter and set it over a large bowl. Spoon the yogurt into the prepared strainer, transfer to the refrigerator, and allow the whey to drip out until the yogurt has thickened to your desired level. Transfer the strained yogurt to a sealed container and keep refrigerated. You can drink the whey or use it in some baked goods or other preparations.
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How to Make Yogurt and Greek Yogurt at Home
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