Yoghurt

Question: What's the difference between Greek yoghurt and normal yoghurt? I've tasted both and Greek yoghurt is nicer. I suppose that means it's worse for me, does it?

Answer: whilst it is higher in fat and much thicker, it is actually better for your digestive system x

Question: What ingredient is it in yoghurt that cools your mouth after a hot chilli? I know that the best thing to cool your mouth after a hot chilli(chilli con carne) is yoghurt! But what ingredient is in it that makes that happen?

Answer: spit

Question: How did they first make yoghurt? If you need yoghurt to make yoghurt, how did they make the first yoghurt?

Answer: I am a former chef and read in a food history book it was not really invented but discovered by the Bedouin tribes of the arabic dessert, they would travel with there milk from the camels and goats in old goat skins and other with water, they clean the hides and make like pouches with them, any ways as the milk settles and with temparture chnages and agitation, this milk is not pasturized, it would lightly ferment in the desert heat, and after time coagulate, and them it becomes a thickish like material, over time they found easier ways to make it, but that is the way it was first made, discovered over centurys ago, today it is an artifical method, first heating the milk to blood temp and then a culture (acidopholis or other are used), then it is packaged, there are some still made in the Balkan or Greek style were the purity is there and a creamier more dense product is the result.

Question: Why is yeast a important ingredient in making yoghurt? Hi there, Does anyone have information about yoghurt? I need to know why yeast is needed in making yoghurt? And why is it important? Tks!

Answer: Yeast is needed in making yoghurt because it provides the active yoghurt cultures necessary to make the yoghurt! Otherwise, the dairy base would probably just sour (unless you lucked out enough to actually have enough of the cultures needed naturally)

Question: What is the significance of yoghurt or cottage cheese in a dogs diet? A breeder of toy dogs recommends giving your dog a spoonful of cottage cheese or yoghurt in their diet every day? How would it help the dog?

Answer: In the wild, most breeds of dog (or wolf) regularly make dairy-based products like cheese & yoghurt not so much for the health benefits but because they really like them... That breeder is full of baloney.

Question: How do you make frozen yoghurt? Do you put yoghurt directly into the freezer? If not, what steps are involved?

Answer: FAST FROZEN YOGURT RASPBERRY FROZEN YOGURT: 2 (12 oz.) pkg. frozen unsweetened raspberries 1 (8 oz.) pkg. plain lowfat yogurt 1/2 c. confectioners' sugar 1/2 c. raspberry flavored liqueur 1/2 tsp. vanilla In food processor, process raspberries until finely shaved, scraping down bowl occasionally. Add yogurt, sugar, liqueur and vanilla. Process until mixture is smooth, about 60 seconds. Spoon into parfait glasses. Serve immediately. Makes 8 servings. STRAWBERRY FROZEN YOGURT: Prepare as above, except substitute 1 (20 ounce) package frozen unsweetened strawberries and 1/3 cup orange liqueur. BLUEBERRY FROZEN YOGURT: Prepare as above, except substitute 2 (12 ounce) packages frozen unsweetened blueberries and 1/2 cup black currant liqueur. MELON FROZEN YOGURT: Prepare as above, except substitute 1 (16 ounce) package frozen unsweetened melon balls and 1/3 cup melon liqueur.

Question: How to make a good thick Yoghurt recipe using milk powder? How to make a thick yoghurt from Skim milk powder?

Answer: Here is a simple way to make it using only: 3-3/4 cup warm tap water 1-2/3 cups instant nonfat dry milk 2 to 4 tablespoon store-bought, plain yogurt with active yogurt cultures (read the label to be sure) very clean, quart-sized, wide-mouthed canning jar, or another clean, quart-sized container. Homemade Yogurt http://www.hillbillyhousewife.com/yogurt.htm ----

Question: I like to cook with acidiphilous yoghurt, does this spoil the acidiphilous and bifidus etc.? I like to cook with acidiphilous yoghurt. Can anybody tell me does this spoil the acidiphilous and bifidus etc?

Answer: If the temperature is high enough, yes. If you remove the dish from the heat and stir it in it may still kill or weaken the strains. I would recommend that you just buy regular cheaper plain yogurt just to cook with and save the "enhanced version" to eat on it's own for the best benefits.

Question: What are the health benefits of yoghurt? I'm trying to introduce more yoghurt into my diet but what are the health benefits and which type is the best to choose?

Answer: The lactobacillus in yoghurt feeds the intestines, maximizes nutrients you can absorb into your body, insures the digestive system stays healthy, and stabilizes the immune system. "Yoghurt has strong medicinal properties, including the ability to stimulate the immune system and kill bad "bugs" or bacteria in the human gut. ...research at the University of California at Davis showed that eating live-culture yoghurt was associated with higher-than-average levels of gamma interferon, a key component of the body's immune system."

Question: Why are eggs and yoghurt a good think to give dogs with a poor coat? It has been suggested to give my dog eggs and/or yoghurt to improve his wooly coat. In what form do I need to feed him eggs, for example hard boiled or scrambled adding milk, also How many and how often? Which type of yoghurt, how much and how often?

Answer: One egg and a cup of yogart blended together once a week is good. Keeping your dogs intestine tract in working order it is the best thing for you dog. Food in and waste out makes for a healthy dog and human. Yogart needs to be plain high cultured yogart, no sweeteners in it. The bacteria yogart has is what keeps the good flora in our system. It helps break down food and keep the proper nutrients in our bodies.

Question: Why does yoghurt get watery stuff on the top of it? I buy Greek style yoghurt and when I open a new carton I tip the watery stuff away, but it comes back. What is it and why is it there?

Answer: It's quite healthy, don't worry. FYI, our guys (Turkish) put yogurt in a cloth bag, let water seep, and get a kind of condensed, creamy yogurt. Because it is good stuff, you should mix the water back into the yogurt before eating.

Question: How can I make homemade yoghurt? I have heard of yoghurt makers but never seen them in stores. My mum used to have a glass jar in the fridge when we were kids and make yoghurt in it, we'd strain off the yoghurt culture once a week and have homemade yoghurt. How do you make the yoghurt culture?

Answer: How to make homemade yogurt Yogurt has been a healthy staple of many traditional cultures. Consuming yogurt regularly helps keep the colon healthy by populating it with beneficial bacteria, which helps keep harmful substances from proliferating. However, much of the commercial products found in the average grocery store is loaded with sugar, artificial flavors, colors, and other additives. Making your own yogurt at home is a cheaper, healthier alternative in which allows you to control what goes in it. Things You’ll Need: * candy thermometer * oven thermometer (optional) * saucepan * good quality whole milk yogurt like Stoneyfield, Brown Cow, or Seven Stars * large bowl or pot (optional) * 4 cups whole milk Preheat the oven to about 150 degrees. (A pilot light on a gas stove may be sufficient.) Pour the milk into the saucepan. Attach the candy thermometer to the pan so that the temperature increments are clearly visible. Heat the yogurt gently (I like to use the number 3 setting on my electric stove.) until it reaches 180 degrees F. Remove from heat and let the temperature fall to 110 degrees F. I like to speed up the process by sitting it in a pan of cold water. It is also advisable to change this water once or twice to keep the temperature on a steady decline without plateauing. Add the yogurt to the milk and stir. Pour the milk into an oven safe dish that can hold the yogurt-milk mixture. It won't boil, so there's no need for a lot of extra room in the dish. Put the dish in the oven overnight or about eight hours. The longer it stays in the oven, the more tart it gets. Eight hours gives the yogurt a nice mild flavor, which is much more palatable than most commercial plain yogurts. Carefully pour the yogurt (it will be runnier than commercial yogurt) into a container for refrigeration. It will firm up more upon completely cooling. When you are ready to enjoy, mix with plenty of natural goodies like maple syrup, honey, granola, fresh or frozen fruit, nuts, etc. The sky is the limit!

Question: What can i use instead of Frozen yoghurt? I live in Cyprus and i cant find 'frozen yoghurt' in any of the supermarkets in my area what can i use instead!?!? I love american receipes but sometimes its hard to get all the ingredients in cyprus! Seriously i can freeze normal yoghurt?

Answer: well u could freeze your own yogurt

Question: How can I make Frozen Yoghurt? Does anyone know how I can make frozen yoghurt, like the one in 'Red Mango'? I was addicted to their frozen yoghurt when I was in NYC, but unfortunately, I had to go back to Holland, and they don't seem to have it here.

Answer: ICED BLACKBERRY YOGURT Yield: 6 Servings 8 oz Blackberries, fresh or -thawed 1 tb Runny Honey 1 oz Soft Brown Sugar 1 Ripe Banana, peeled 5 oz Natural Yogurt 1 Size 2 egg white Puree the blackberries in a blender and push through a sieve to remove the seeds. Add the honey and brown sugar. Mash the banana and add. Place in a container and freeze for 1 hour. Remove from freezer, transfer to a chilled bowl or blender and beat until soft. Whisk the egg white until stiff and fold into mixture. Return to the container and freeze for at least 2 hours. Basic Fruit Yogurt Freeze 1 cup fresh or frozen fruit 1 tablespoon honey 1 cup plain yogurt This is for small quantities and do not require a freezer. Basic Fruit or Berry Yogurt Freeze: 1 cup fresh or frozen fruit, may be doubled; such as berries; peaches or nectarines. Blend 1 tablespoon honey and 1 cup plain yogurt. Many fruits work well for frozen yogurt treats. Either mash or puree fruit with a little honey or pure maple syrup. Add splash of water (or lemon juice for a tangy taste); then add plain yogurt: regular, lowfat, or nonfat. Blend again. You can add chopped walnuts or almonds, coconut flakes, carob powder, or natural flavorings for variation. Pour mixture into freezable cups or scoop into popsicle containers. Very Berry Frozen Yogurt 2 cups low fat vanilla yogurt 1 bag frozen mixed berries, pureed and strained (12 oz), OR 2 cups pureed and strained fresh berries 1/2 cup whole milk 1/4 cup sugar Combine all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl, using a hand mixer on medium speed. Pour into freezer bowl of ice cream maker and turn the machine on. Let mix until thickened, about 25-30 minutes. If desired, transfer frozen yogurt to an airtight container and place in freezer until firm, about 2 hours. Frozen berries make this delicious dessert possible year round Of course, fresh berries may be used in season

Question: What can I use instead of yoghurt in a recipe? I don't want to use yoghurt because i'm vegan and i don't know where i can buy soy yoghurt from.

Answer: If there's a natural foods store near your home (www.happycow.net lists restaurants and health food stores all over the world), they should carry soygurt. I don't know if it's available outside the U.S. yet (by the way you spell it "yoghurt", I imagine you are not in the U.S., as I am), but Purely Decadent also has vegan yogurt made of coconut milk.

Question: Where i can i buy frozen yoghurt in London? Ive just got back from the states and everywhere you go you can buy frozen yoghurt that comes out of a Mr Whippy type dispenser, like the ice cream factory in pizza hut. Does anyone know where to get this type of frozen yoghurt in London. Its usually fat free and tastes better than ice cream too. The grocery store / sainsburys does not have the big mr whippy type machine which is what i asked for. In tubs, is just not the same.

Answer: I love frozen yoghurt, ever since I had it in Spain. I have tried everywhere to get some to no avail. I managed to get an ice cream maker from free-cycle, so I make it my myself at home