what does it mean in the manual when it says you can use your homemade can use your yogurt previously made as a starter only once
617857
I think it means if you make Batch A and save 4-6 ounces of it to use as starter to make Batch B, don't use Batch B to start Batch C. I actually think it's worth trying. Keep in mind, they have an interest in your buying more starter culture from them. I've never tried it though.
617858
You need something to use as a starter when making yogurt. You can either buy starter or use some previously made yogurt as starter. It is my understanding that if you do use previously made yogurt as a starter, then the next time you make yogurt you need to use a starter, not yogurt again.
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.
120033
Just mix it with some warm water (doesnt have to be hot) until a yogurt consistency is achieved. No need to let it set, you can use it immediately.
261965
It comes with a packet of starter culture, good for one batch (2 qts). I use yogurt from the previous batch I made as starter for the next batch.
744669
As long as the jar size fits into the maker, my husband also used other jars to make extra yogurt in addition to the original jars. They were just exactly the same.
639607
If you take some from your first batch and just freeze it in an ice cube tray you now have several batches of starter, and when you run out you can repeat the process up to 10 times/generations before it doesnt set up well. I only buy some starter about once a year and i eat yogurt almost every day. I have also found that time to set up increases as you get several generations into the process.
1639407
You can use store bought plain yogurt with this as a starter. You will also be able to make a yogurt cheese which is a bit of a chore, but is pretty good.
1620459
Many because you can use yogurt from the previous batch as starter for a new batch, though I understand that after a while you want to use the starter to get the original blend of bacteria. Also you use a tiny amount of the powdered starter, 1/8 of a teaspoon, for a quart of yogurt. I make the 24 hour yogurt to get rid of all the lactose. Good luck.
1387297
yes it does! I use my yogurt maker twice a week and it's fantastic! Nothing beats homemade yogurt!!
1625834
I have a book about yogurt that doesn't say anything about not using the homemade batch as starter. I suspect it probably has more to do with the company wanting to sell you more starter than it does the quality of the homemade batch as starter. I'm not an expert, however, so I've compromised. I use fresh starter about every fourth or fifth batch. So far, no problems... I should mention that last time I bought a different brand of starter which has no warning about not using the homemade stuff as starter!
1364760
Yes, you can use yogurt from your last batch...however!!! I've never done it. The reason? Because my homemade yogurt has always been so GOOD that I've eaten Every Bite and didn't have any left to use as a starter for the next batch!!
1625835
I always use my homemade batch as a starter. My first batch I divide up into 3 tablespoon servings into multiple ziplock snack bags that I put in the freezer. The culture will keep when frozen, plus it is your strongest batch. Make another batch with 3 tbl spoons from the 1st batch. Then I eat my yogurt and leave over about 3 tbs for the next batch over and over until one batch seems a little too loose, then go to the freezer and start over. Think of the savings!!!
1820462
No, you don't. It has to be at room temperature. My advise to you is to make sure the yogurt you will use as the starter be at roomtempature as well.
1355143
My recollection is that a set of extra jars was also available when I bought my yogurt maker. So you might recheck the site or do an independent search for them. Also, you could combine finished yogurt into a larger container if you wanted to re-use the cups that come with the unit. The jars go through the dishwasher really well and can be ready again quickly. I hope that is helpful.
975024
YES, I just started using my own starter from my previous batch of yogurt. The previous batch was made with a starter packets, two (2) packets of 5g of yogurt starter, making two (2) quarts. My new batch I used 3-4 Tablespoons of previous batch, which is probably way too much. It did come out wonderful, a little thick, just add some milk if it is too thick. I have read and you only really need "...2-3 teaspoons of commercial or homemade yogurt..." I just get carried away. I make at least two (2) batches a week, so yummy--add raspberries for a topping. I use 2 bags of frozen raspberries place in a pot, adding some water, maybe a 1/2 cup and add about 1/2 cup of sugar.
465824
Here's some how-to information: http://www.healthgoods.com/Shopping/Appliances/Euro_Cuisine_YM80_Yogurt_Maker.asp Looks like you didn't leave it in long enough.
659077
No you don't need to use Yogourmet starter packets! You can try other starter packets from other companies. However it is much cheaper to buy plain greek yogurt, like Fage'. Use it as you would with the starter packets.