What is milk kefir grains?

Milk kefir is not only easy to make, it is a delicious, probiotic-rich, versatile beverage your whole family can enjoy. Whether you are just exploring how to make milk kefir at home or have cultured dairy before, this video and instructions are here to help make culturing milk kefir at home easy.

Before You Begin

What You'll Need to Make Milk Kefir

To get started, first gather your equipment and choose a variety of milk to use...

Equipment for Making Milk Kefir:

Glass jar
A non-metal stirring utensil
A breathable cover for the jar such as a tight-weave towel, paper towel, or paper coffee filter
A rubber band to secure the cover to the jar

Instructions for Making Milk Kefir

Transfer the kefir grains into up to 4 cups of fresh milk.
Cover with a coffee filter or cloth secured by a rubber band.
Place in a warm spot, 68°-85°F, to culture.
Culture until milk is slightly thickened and aroma is pleasant, generally 24 hours.
Place the kefir grains in a new batch of milk.
Store the finished kefir in the refrigerator.

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Source: www.culturesforhealth.com

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