What are the instructions for this yogurt maker? Does this machine make it easier to make yogurt?
1505133
There are limited instructions. It is pretty much a basic recipe for plain yogurt. There are so many different things you can add to it, pretty much whatever fruit, granola, or honey suits you. It is easier to make yogurt than using the stove-top method since you do not have to monitor the temperature. You just let the yogurt maker do it for you. In my opinion, it would be better if it had a timer, but for the price we think it is a good machine. We make yogurt for the whole family and like not having to wash out individual tubs. Making it in one large batch works well for us since different family members eat different amounts in a meal.
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I think so. Youtube has a video demo which helps alot. Simply search the product brand on youtube.
1505135
There are limited instructions. It is pretty much a basic recipe for plain yogurt. There are so many different things you can add to it, pretty much whatever fruit, granola, or honey suits you. It is easier to make yogurt than using the stove-top method since you do not have to monitor the temperature. You just let the yogurt maker do it for you. In my opinion, it would be better if it had a timer, but for the price we think it is a good machine. We make yogurt for the whole family and like not having to wash out individual tubs. Making it in one large batch works well for us since different family members eat different amounts in a meal. There are limited instructions. It is pretty much a basic recipe for plain yogurt. There are so many different things you can add to it, pretty much whatever fruit, granola, or honey suits you. It is easier to make yogurt than using the stove-top method since you do not have to monitor the temperature. You just let the yogurt maker do it for you. In my opinion, it would be better if it had a timer, but for the price we think it is a good machine. We make yogurt for the whole family and like not having to wash out individual tubs. Making it in one large batch works well for us since... » Read More There are limited instructions. It is pretty much a basic recipe for plain yogurt. There are so many different things you can add to it, pretty much whatever fruit, granola, or honey suits you. It is easier to make yogurt than using the stove-top method since you do not have to monitor the temperature. You just let the yogurt maker do it for you. In my opinion, it would be better if it had a timer, but for the price we think it is a good machine. We make yogurt for the whole family and like not having to wash out individual tubs. Making it in one large batch works well for us since different family members eat different amounts in a meal. « Show Less
625250
If you do a google search for yogurt in slow cooker, you will find some directions. I have not tried making yogurt but evidently you can.
1577387
I don't know. I have made lots of different flavored ice cream and sherbet but haven't used yogurt yet. I will tell you not to use more than 3 cups of mixture as it can overflow bucket. Chill mixtue well and run machine to get bucket cold and it takes about 40 min. to get a soft serve texture and then freeze till firm
924484
Yes. I've made a lot of different frozen yogurt recipes in mine. It is so easy and quick. Just be sure to use yogurt that isn't really thick to begin with or the blade won't turn and it won't freeze. Regarding Splenda or Stevia, I haven't tried that yet, but I don't see why it wouldn't work just fine. In fact, that is a good idea and I'm going to try it soon.
2029426
I saw your post about the yogourmet yogurt maker. I also want one I can use with the SCD . Have you found a more suitable one yet?
1111936
Well I use this in conjunction with the greek yogurt strainer which is a very fine mesh strainer (you can buy this separately). So once the yogurt is made in the yogurt maker, I pour yogurt into the greek strainer to finish the process. Individual jars would make this process difficult because you would have to empty each of the jars either into the greek yogurt strainer or a bag that comes with this yogurt maker. I bought the strainer option because I didn't want to mess with a bag and hanging it for drainage etc. Hope this helps. If you have any other questions, ask. :)
2117783
I had the same problem! I'm very frustrated that the recipe calls for more milk than the yogurt maker can actually make. Wasteful.
115155
You can probably find the booklet at the Waring web site. However, the basic recipe is fairly simple: 1 quart milk (or soy drink, almond milk, or any combination; I generally use 1/2 low-fat soy and 1/2 skim milk); 5 oz dry milk; 5 oz yogurt. Directions: Bring milk to 175 - 180 degree F over medium heat, stirring regularly. Keep at that temperature for 2 minutes (This pasteurizes the milk to kill all unwanted bacteria.) Let milk cool to about 120 F, then add dry milk, stirring until dissolved. Let cool to less than 100 F, then add yogurt, stirring/whisking to dissolve. Pour into uncovered containers in the machine. Put big plastic cover on machine. Turn machine on for 6 - 8 hrs. Check after 6 hrs to see if yogurt is set. If not, give it more time, but not more than 8 hrs. When done, remove yogurt cups, put on their lids, and place in refrigerator. (I like to use a cup of dry milk, as this gives thicker yogurt.)
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When I boil the milk, cool it down to the needed temp, then add the culture (from a previous batch I made, or store bought Greek yogurt), then the yogurt comes out thicker and more tart. When I just heat the milk a little to the needed temp then add the cultures and into the machine, it's very creamy and not at all tart, even after 12 hour cycle. its also runny, like thick drinking yogurt. I like it this way. a lot. Seriously, no store has yogurt this perfect.
1622251
The manual does not mention yogurt at all, and I would imagine that's because yogurt making requires a lower, slower method of preparation. Maybe a crock pot would work. I've heard of some using a light bulb in a cooler and some use just a warming tray over an extended amount of time. One might simply invest in a yogurt maker for the best results, but not a pressure cooker.
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The recipe I use calls for heating the milk to 180 degrees for 20 minutes and then cooling it to 100 - 110 before adding the yogurt starter. I understand the heating process accomplishes two purposes: sterilize the milk and break down some of its components to make the yogurt smoother. Good luck.
173555
You can make thick (i.e. Greek-style) yogurt by making regular yogurt with this system, and then straining it through a colander lined with a paper towel or a large coffee filter. It takes about an hour to condense the yogurt solids to half the original volume. If you strain it longer, you can actually get yogurt as thick as ricotta cheese.
1901404
I know your question was from several months ago, but here is a great recipe for raw milk yogurt, which you can use with this yogurt maker. You do have to heat the milk slightly, but not enough to kill all the "good stuff."http://nourishedkitchen.com/raw-milk-yogurt/
194702
Do you really need this maker, I just boil the milk and then add a tablespoon of shop purchased yogurt and add it to the luke warm milk and then leave it overnight and you will get yogurt ready the next day. This process is ideal during summer and during winter I just warm the cooking range for about 5 min and then place the container in there and by the next day your yogurt is ready. I am doing this for the past 20 years. You don't need any maker to make your yogurt, save the money for something better.
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I've heard it will not get as thick and may take longer to thicken but they do give a book with some tips. My biggest concern over this yogurt maker is I had to make it every day because it really doesn't make enough for my family. But for one person it would last a couple of a days.
115276
I simply throw a cotton dish towel over my yogurt maker and make sure it is sitting on one and not on the cold counter, though this is not the model I use. I bought this one as a gift for my sister.
1387297
yes it does! I use my yogurt maker twice a week and it's fantastic! Nothing beats homemade yogurt!!